Count of Monte Cristo (Great Illustrated Classics (Abdo)) [Library Binding]

Alexandre Dumas (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 9 and up | Series: Great Illustrated Classics (Abdo)

Sent to prison on a false accusation in 1815, Edmond Dantes escapes many years later and finds a treasure which he uses to exact his revenge.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Library Binding: 240 pages
• Publisher: Abdo Publishing Company (January 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1577656849
• ISBN-13: 978-1577656845
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,502,176 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Count of Monte Cristo, June 10, 2005

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Count of Monte Cristo (Great Illustrated Classics (Abdo)) (Library Binding)

The Count of Monte Cristo
By Alexandre Dumas

If some body put you in jail for 14 years when you were innocent would you want revenge? Well, Edmond Dantes sure did! Edmond Dantes is the man who was put in jail for 14 years. Edmond has short hair and a short beard, but when trouble calls he grows his hair and beard to look like the dead Mad Priest (Father Faria.) Before Edmond knows it he's in the middle of the ocean in a body bag!

One thing I love about this book is that it's unpredictable; the author builds suspense by including many surprises. Also, an unexpected meeting will leave your eyes wide open! Another reason why I like this book is the wonderful illustrations on every other page. Pictures give a better understanding of the writing; you "see" the words. The illustrations also look realistic and show emotion.

Everywhere you look action is happening in this book! It makes the book exciting! Another reason why I turn the page is because I am eager to read on and on! It also makes you tempted to read the book again.

In conclusion, I think anybody would like this book. I don't think you HAVE to be a boy or girl to like this book. It also makes you wonder what you would do in some of these situations!

Book Review By: Raven

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars The Count of Monte Cristo adapted by Mitsu Yamamoto, August 1, 2003

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Larry Head (Ahwatukee, AZ USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Count of Monte Cristo (Great Illustrated Classics (Abdo)) (Library Binding)

I just received this edition and am disappointed to find out that Mitsu Yamamoto is not the illustrator, but the adaptor of this work, and that it is also an extremely abridged edition. While it may be very good reading, I was expecting to receive an unabridged edition.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Count of Monte Cristco (Great Ilustrated classics), April 5, 2003

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Count of Monte Cristo (Great Illustrated Classics (Abdo)) (Library Binding)

This book was excellent! I loved it! If you are looking for a great adventure I want you to try this book. It is a tale of love, adventure, and revange. The main character is accused of trason, and is sentenced to a awful prison. He soon meets a prest who wants him to escape with him. They keep trying but soon only Edmund escapes. He wants to get all the people back who sent him to prison. He does at the end with the help of many people. The ending is a great surprise and a fabulous ending. Though it may be a little expecting. I have given it to my friends and they all have loved it. The movie was great too. Even if it was a bit different. Next time I read the Count I always feel excited and happy. Please try it! I am sure you will love it! Even though at time it is a bit grusome! It is a great book, and the author is great maybe I will be able to read the real version of the story one day! I reccomend it to any 11-13 year old who enjoys history and advanture, with a bit of revenge! You will truely enjoy this great book! I like it and you will to!