| The Three Musketeers Contributor(s): Dumas, Alexandre (Author), York, Michael (Read by), Dove Audio (Producer) |
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ISBN: 1433213494 ISBN-13: 9781433213496 Publisher: Blackstone Audiobooks OUR PRICE: $40.50 Product Type: Compact Disc - Other Formats Published: December 2007 Annotation: This historical romance, perhaps the greatest cloak-and-sword story ever written, relates the adventures of four fictional swashbuckling heroes and their escapades against the master of intrigue, Cardinal Richelieu, and the quintessential wicked woman, La |
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| BISAC Categories: - Fiction | Classics |
| Dewey: FIC |
| Physical Information: 1.19" H x 6.74" W x 6.19" (0.60 lbs) |
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| Publisher Description: A young Gascon nobleman, d'Artagnan, makes his way to Paris hoping to join the Musketeers, that legion of heroes held in high esteem by the king and feared by the wicked Cardinal Richelieu. D'Artagnan quickly proves he has the heart of a Musketeer and earns himself a place in their ranks. Relying on their wits and skills with the sword, the gallant trio sets out to preserve the honor of the king and foil the nefarious schemes of Cardinal Richelieu. Alexandre Dumas's swashbuckling epic has embroidered upon history a colorful world of swordplay, intrigue, and romance, which earned this classic its reputation as the most thrilling adventure novel ever written. |
Contributor Bio(s): Dumas, Alexandre: - Alexandre Dumas (1802-1870), French novelist and playwright, as one of the most famous and prolific French writers of the nineteenth century, producing some 250 books. He is best known for his historical novels The Three Musketeers and The Count of Monte Cristo, and he was among the first authors to fully exploit the possibilities of the serial novel. He is credited with revitalizing the historical novel in France. His works are riveting, fast-paced adventure tales that blend history and fiction. York, Michael: -Michael York is a successful screen and stage actor. Among his screen credits are Romeo and Juliet, Cabaret, The Three Musketeers, Logan's Run, and Austin Powers. Stage appearances include Britain's National Theatre and Broadway. His television work has garnered Emmy nominations and his audio recordings Grammy nominations, as well as five AudioFile Earphones Awards. He has been awarded Britain's OBE, France's Arts et Lettres, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. |