The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 75: A Signed Statement
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Monsieur Noirtier reveals to Franz information about the death of Franz's father.
Monsieur Noirtier reveals to Franz information about the death of Franz's father.
Newfound freedom gives the Washington family the opportunity to move. The author further realizes the importance of an education.
Du Bois discusses the significance of the city of Atlanta.
The narrator introduces himself through a letter written to an old schoolmate. The letter tells of his decision to become a tradesman, as well as of meeting his brother and his brother's wife.
The weather changes Ribault’s plans. Menendez takes advantage of a land route. Rene saves others, but isn't safe himself.
Cruncher follows a funeral procession for Roger Cly. Cruncher is followed by his son when he revisits the grave later that night.
The Baron imprisons Osbert and Alleyn. Alleyn soon returns to Athlin with stories of his escape.
Kenyon, Hilda, Donatello, and Miriam search for the chasm.
Amelia continues to feel a sense of obligation and duty, devoting her life to her father. Major Dobbin heads home and runs into an old friend on the way. Upon the receipt of good news, Dobbin's spirit is lifted.
With the police having arrived to assess the situation, Miss Rose and the surgeon attempt to protect Oliver from being connected with the burglary.
This is a tale of an experiment to hypnotize a man on his death bed. The experiment works—but with horrifying results!
Fairlie and Louis provide an account of Fanny's arrival, the Count's visit, and the letter sent to Laura.
Mulford and Rose talk. He reveals his jealousy over her relationship with Jack Tier, but she reveals that Jack is married. Wallace questions the captain. Spike gives Jack Tier orders.
A distracted Captain Nemo asks Aronnax for some medical assistance. The men travel to the coral kingdom to bury the dead.
Mr. Gilmore details the circumstances surrounding the creation of the marriage contract and the financial state of Miss Fairlie's affairs. He meets Walter, who seems much altered from the man he was.
With the arrival of the Christmas recess, Edwin and Rosa come to an agreement in regards to their relationship. Edward devises a plan to break the news to Jasper.
Newland discovers new details about Ellen's relationship with the Mingott family, following her decision regarding her marriage.
Higgins and Pickering attempt to make amends with Eliza.
While the party continues, Miriam takes a moonlit walk and is confronted by someone from her past. Noticing her terror, Donatello goes to her and threatens violence on her intruder.
Siegfried visits Gripir and finds Greyfell.
Many are enchanted by the mountains but none leave alive. A family loses their seven sons to the mountain until the youngest sets out to try to do what his brothers could not. He manages to break the enchantment, and meets Zoulvisia. Out of kindness, he brings an old woman back to the palace, despite the misgivings of others. The woman is a witch, and Zoulvisia reveals secrets to her that put their lives in danger. The prince and Zoulvisia plan her escape.
Walter takes Pesca to the opera to see if he recognizes the Count. The result is not as he expected. He explains his plans to Pesca, and Pesca does all in his power to assist him.
Mr. Brooke pays a visit to the Marches to make a request of Meg.
Major Cavalcanti is introduced to his lost son, Andrea Cavalcanti, with the help of the Count of Monte Cristo.