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Marguerite Gautier, the greatest beauty in Paris, was known to all as “the Lady of the Camellias” because she was never seen without her favorite flowers. She was luxuriously kept by the richest men in France, who thronged to her boudoir to lay their fortunes at her feet. She lived violently, spending herself and her money in reckless abandon. She had many lovers, but she never really loved - until she met Armand Duval.

Paris, 1572. Christian IX prépare les horreurs de la Saint-Bartholomée et le futur roi protestant, Henri IV, vient d'épouser Marguerite de Valois, dite Margot. Cette dernière s'éprend du noble Joseph Boniface de La Môle. À travers les passages secrets du Louvre, les jeux politiques, et les intrigues amoureuses, l'auteur des "Trois Mousquetaires" donne ici vie à une série de personnages historiques et à un des épisodes les plus sanglants de l'histoire française.

Regal and dazzlingly beautiful, Mary Stuarts succumbed to the irresistible impulses of passion and gambled away her throne for love in a deadly game of power against her envious cousin, Elizabeth I. She not only lost her kingdom, but also her life. Betrayed by those she trusted most, pampered and adored even as she was led to her own beheading, she remained an enigma five centuries after her death.

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.

BBC radio dramatisations of classic novels centred around engaging anti-heroes who dominate high society Ambitious. Ruthless. Unprincipled. With their blurred morals and relatable imperfections, it’s no wonder we find anti-heroes so appealing and fascinating. Featuring a mixture of male and...

Dive into the dark history of the notorious Borgias and the tragic Cenci in Dumass Celebrated Crimes. This detailed account, not intended for the faint of heart, vividly portrays the violent scenes of a turbulent era. Despite some distortions and controversial allegations, the mature, discerning reader will appreciate the depth of research involved. The Borgias, an infamous Florentine family infamous for their violent intrigue, have nonetheless found defenders throughout history. Contrastingly, the Cencis tale is one of unspeakable tragedy, with the beautiful Beatrice Cenci forever ...

This 1896 edition of the famous historical romance, full of narrow escapes and harrowing exploits, tells the story of D'Artagnan and the three valiant musketeers, Athos, Porthos, and Aramis, as well as the evil machinations of a certain milady.

Der junge, aus verarmten Landadel stammende d'Artangnan verlässt seine gascognische Heimat und zieht nach Paris, um sich in den Dienst König Ludwigs XIII. zu stellen...

Accusé à tort de complot contre le roi, Edmond Dantès est enfermé dans la terrible prison du château d'If. Il s'y lie d'amitié avec un étrange prisonnier, l'abbé Faria. Avec son aide, Dantès parviendra-t-il à s'échapper et à se venger de ceux qui l'ont fait condamner ? Franck Desmedt met toute son énergie et son inventivité au service du chef-d’oeuvre d’Alexandre Dumas et sa galerie de personnages hauts en couleur.

Delve into the captivating world of English history with Catherine Howard, a riveting play that explores the life of the ill-fated fifth wife of Henry VIII. Adapted from the acclaimed work of Alexandre Dumas, the celebrated author of The Musketeers, this historical drama unfolds in three acts, intertwining love, ambition, and tragedy. Join us for a mesmerizing journey as we bring to life the drama and intrigue of a time when the throne, the tomb, and the scaffold were inextricably linked. Summary by ToddHW

Set in the fifteenth century, The Three Musketeers follows a young D'Artagnan leaving home for Paris with hopes of joining the King's Musketeers. He meets the titular three musketeers—Athos, Porthos, Aramis—and finds himself quickly wrapped up in matters of both court and state.

A delightful anthology of great works by some of Europe's greatest short story writers....

In The Three Musketeers, one of the greatest adventure stories ever written, we follow the fortunes of the dashing young swordsman D'Artagnan and his daredevil companions Athos, Aramis, and Porthos. As the thrilling story unfolds, "The Four" find themselveds embroiled in duels, love tangles, and sinister intrigues which threaten the furtue of the king, the queen, and France herself.

Set during the reign of Louis XIII (1610-43) and based on actual events, The Three Musketeers is perhaps the greatest "cloak and sword" story ever written. Three Musketeers, loyal servants of the King, are joined by the dashing D'Artagnan, a veritable Byronic hero. These four are pitted against the master of intrigue, Cardinal Richelieu, and the quintessential wicked woman, Lady de Winter. Dumas was quite expert in pacing and varying action while weaving historical fact with purest fiction.

Deep inside the dreaded Bastille, a twenty-three-year-old prisoner called merely "Philippe" has languished for eight long, dark years. He does not know his real name or what crime he is supposed to have committed. But Aramis, one of the original Three Musketeers, has bribed his way into the cell to reveal the shocking secret that has kept Philippe locked away from the world. That carefully concealed truth could topple Louis XIV, king of France—which is exactly Aramis' plan.

Es sollte der schönste Tag im Leben von Edmond Dantés werden. Er wollte heiraten, und sich als Kapitän einen Namen machen. Doch all seine Träume wurden zu Albträumen. Plötzlich wird er gefangen genommen, und inhaftiert. Er soll dem gestürzten Kaiser Napoleon nahegestanden haben, und ist jetzt ein Staatsfeind.

"La Dame aux camélias" raconte l'histoire des amants maudits, Marguerite et Armand, que les jugements moraux et la maladie vont détruire : le roman d'un désastre amoureux où les sentiments sont bafoués au profit de la bienséance sociale. Alexandre Dumas fils s'est inspiré de sa maîtresse, la courtisane Marie Duplessis, pour créer la dame aux camélias, héroïne romanesque s'il en est, et également héroïne d'opéra à partir de 1853, quand Verdi adaptera son histoire sous le nom de "La Traviata".

This 5th volume of the Marie Antoinette Romances begins after the fall of the Bastille and the March on Versailles, which forced Louis XVI and his court to be escorted back to Paris. In Paris, political factions battle over the fate of the nation, the royal family, and anyone with royalist sympathies. Our heroes (like Ange Pitou) and our anti-heroes (like Gilbert) must navigate the blood-streaked landscape while keeping their necks out of the guillotine. All the while, the prophetic Balsamo urges on the revolution.

The Hague, 1672: A prize of 100,000 florins is offered to the person who can produce a perfectly black tulip - a feat considered impossible. But at the very moment when Cornelius van Bearle is on the brink of achieving the impossible feat, he is imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit. The story of his delicate tulip’s tumultuous journey to The Hague is absolutely riveting, and an event you don’t want to miss.

One for all and all for one! Crossed swords, intrigue, romance, and swashbuckling adventure accompany literature's most famous swordsmen as they set off on an action-packed journey to save nothing less than the throne of France.