Result for "Montecristo" in Genre Fiction

Als sein Intercity gewaltsam zum Stehen kommt, ahnt Jonas Brand noch nicht, in welches Abenteuer er gerade gerät. Die Weiterfahrt ist blockiert, draußen liegt ein Toter. Brand schultert die Kamera, hält die beklemmende Situation fest und befragt die Mitreisenden. Er ist freischaffender Videojournalist, der allerdings von Höherem träumt: Er möchte Filme machen - wenn ihm nur jemand eine Chance geben würde.

On the eve of his marriage to the beautiful Mercedes, having that very day been made captain of his ship, the young sailor Edmond Dantès is arrested on a charge of treason, trumped up by jealous rivals. Incarcerated for many lonely years in the isolated and terrifying Chateau d'If near Marseille, he meticulously plans his brilliant escape and extraordinary revenge.

Sein Geld hat der spleenige Start-up-Unternehmer Gregory Hollister größtenteils in der Kryptowährung Bitcoin angelegt. Als er bei einem Unfall ums Leben kommt, beginnt die Suche nach seinem Privatvermögen. Das hat der paranoide Kalifornier gut versteckt. Wo befindet sich der digitale Schatz, den die Medien bereits Montecrypto nennen? Hollisters Schwester beauftragt den Privatdetektiv Ed Dante, das verschwundene Geld aufzuspüren. Dante recherchiert und stellt bald fest, dass etliche Personen hinter Montecrypto her sind.

"Der Graf von Monte Christo" (orig. "Le Comte de Monte-Cristo") ist ein Abenteuerroman von Alexandre Dumas. Die Geschichte spielt in der Zeit nach der Französischen Revolution in den Jahren 1815 bis 1838. Napoleons Stern ist untergegangen, und die Restauration unter den Königen Ludwig XVIII. und Karl X. hat stattgefunden. Dann folgt die Julirevolution von 1830, durch die der "Bürgerkönig" Louis-Philippe I. auf den Thron kommt. Die Hauptfigur des Romans ist der junge Seemann Edmond Dantès, der später den Namen Graf von Monte Christo annimmt.

Now a television miniseries directed by Bille August and starring Sam Claflin Dashing young Edmond Dantes has everything: a fine reputation, an appointment as captain of a ship, and the heart of a beautiful woman. But his perfect life is shattered when three jealous friends conspire to destroy...

After fourteen years of wrongful imprisonment, merchant sailor Edmond Dantès escapes his grim island fortress. With the promises of youth erased and his betrothed now married to someone else, Dantès lives for one purpose: revenge. Thanks to a benevolent prison confidante who reveals the...

The Count of Monte Cristo follows Edmond Dantès, a young sailor betrayed by those he trusts and condemned to a life he doesn’t deserve. After a daring escape and the discovery of a vast hidden treasure, he transforms himself into the mysterious Count of Monte Cristo—and sets out to rewrite his destiny. In a world of hidden motives and shifting loyalties, this story feels strikingly modern: a smart, high-stakes journey of identity, power, and the price of vengeance.

Die Geschichte spielt in der Zeit nach der Französischen Revolution, 1815 bis 1838. Napoleons Stern ist untergegangen, und die Restauration unter den Königen Ludwig XVIII. und Karl X. hat sich durchgesetzt. Dann folgt die Julirevolution von 1830, durch die der „Bürgerkönig" Louis-Philippe I. auf den Thron kommt.

The Count of Monte Cristo On the verge of marrying his beloved Mercédès and becoming a captain, the young sailor Edmond Dantès is betrayed by those he considered friends. Falsely accused of treason, he is condemned to rot in the fearsome prison of the Ch âteau d'If. There, he meets an elderly abbé who reveals the secret of an immense hidden treasure. After a miraculous escape, Edmond transforms into the mysterious and dazzling Count of Monte Cristo. Armed with incalculable wealth, he unleashes a relentless, meticulous revenge against the men who destroyed his life.

El marinero Edmond Dantés, preso y traicionado por las ambiciones de sus amigos, decide vengarse de ellos adoptando diversas personalidades para engañarlos. La acción, el romance y la aventura no faltan en este clásico de la literatura folletinesca francesa.

This extraordinary collection brings together two of literature’s most monumental works, each a masterful exploration of betrayal, morality, and the resilience of the human soul. From the treacherous intrigues of Parisian society to the relentless pursuit of justice across Europe, these novels offer readers timeless adventures and profound moral insight.

An adventure story primarily concerned with themes of hope, justice, vengeance, mercy, and forgiveness, The Count of Monte Cristo focuses on a man who is wrongfully imprisoned, escapes from jail, acquires a fortune, and sets about getting revenge on those responsible for his imprisonment. However, his plans have devastating consequences for the innocent as well as the guilty.

Trois mois après le départ de Monte-Cristo de Paris. Le procès de Benedetto s'ouvre, commenté par le journaliste Beauchamp et Château-Renaud. Benedetto simule un repentir très chrétien et sauve sa tête. Car sa mère, la baronne Danglars, rongée par le remords, a promis le reste de sa fortune (un million) aux jésuites pour le sauver. Benedetto part au bagne, en compagnie du forçat Sanselme.

This exceptional collection brings together three of literature’s most influential and beloved novels. Each story offers a rich tapestry of adventure, moral reflection, and unforgettable characters, spanning centuries and cultures yet united by their timeless exploration of the human condition.

The Cities Classics Collection: London, Paris, New York allows you to step into the vibrant streets of three of the world's most iconic cities through a carefully curated collection of literary masterpieces. From the foggy alleys of London to the grand boulevards of Paris, and the buzzing avenues of New York, these stories bring to life the essence of urban life, capturing the triumphs, tragedies, and timeless experiences of the people who shaped these cities.

Step into the world of Alexandre Dumas, where honor, betrayal, love, and vengeance collide in stories that have captivated readers for generations. This essential collection includes two of Dumas’s most celebrated novels, showcasing his talent for crafting unforgettable characters, breathtaking plots, and timeless drama.

Dumas udgav Greven af Monte Cristo som føljetonroman (1830-ernes og 40-ernes store dille) fra august 1844 til januar 1846. Den må i dag betragtes som en af de største klassikere, genoptrykt i utallige udgaver og filmatiseret gentagne gange og stadig uhyre populær. Er baseret på Poul Einer Hansens fine nyoversættelse i et letforståeligt moderne dansk, der bevarer romanens struktur, uden at beskære den for personer eller scener, i en strammere, mere økonomisk fortælleform.

Set against the turbulent years during the Bonapartist movement in France, the story of Edmond Dantes revolves around two goals - to reward those who were kind to him and his aging father, and to punish those responsible for his imprisonment. Alexander Dumas’ The Count of Monte Cristo is a literary genius that brings us to a journey of survival from years of captivity, brought upon betrayal, and driven by the desire to take revenge.

This radio dramatization of the classic movie originally aired on February 6, 1939.

The Mercury Theatre on the Air, a radio series created by Orson Welles, presented adaptations of classic literary works. These were performed by actors from Welles' celebrated Mercury Theatre repertory company, with music composed or arranged by Bernard Herrmann.