Celebrated Crimes

By Alexandre Dumas

Book Overview

Celebrated Crimes is a collection of essays written by the famous French author, Alexandre Dumas. The book is a historical account of some of the most notorious criminals and crimes in history. The essays are divided into eight volumes, each of which focuses on a specific period in history and the crimes that were committed during that time. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the reign of terror during the French Revolution, the assassination of Julius Caesar, the poisoning of Emperor Nero, and the story of Joan of Arc. Each essay is written in Dumas' signature style, which is both engaging and informative. The essays are well-researched and provide a detailed account of the crimes, the criminals, and the social and political context in which they occurred. Dumas also explores the psychological motivations behind the crimes and provides insights into the minds of the criminals. Overall, Celebrated Crimes is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in history, true crime, or the works of Alexandre Dumas. The book is a testament to Dumas' skill as a writer and his ability to bring history to life in a way that is both entertaining and educational.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162772948
• ISBN13: 9781162772943
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"