Season 3 Episode 21 "The Count of Monte Cristo" is a classic adventure novel written by Alexandre Dumas. First published in 1844, it tells the gripping tale of Edmond Dantès, a young sailor who is wrongfully imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit. After spending years in a dark and isolated prison, Dantès manages to escape and embarks on a journey of revenge against those who betrayed him.The novel takes readers on a thrilling adventure as Dantès, now disguised as the mysterious and wealthy Count of Monte Cristo, seeks justice and retribution. With cunning and intelligence, he manipulates the lives of his enemies, bringing them to ruin while also aiding those who were loyal to him. Along the way, Dantès encounters love, betrayal, and moral dilemmas that test his resolve and humanity.The radio presentation of "The Count of Monte Cristo" through the "Lux Radio Theater" occurred on October 23, 1950. This radio adaptation brought Dumas' epic tale to life, capturing the essence of the adventure, suspense, and intrigue found in the novel. The Lux Radio Theater's skilled cast and production team recreated the complex characters and intricate plot, immersing the audience in the world of Edmond Dantès. The radio adaptation allowed listeners to experience the gripping story of revenge, redemption, and forgiveness in a captivating audio format. Books in Sound is a free podcast series that presents a collection of hundreds of the world’s greatest books through the magic of the performing arts.Different from audiobooks: Instead of having a single narrator read an audiobook, these performances have a full cast of actors, suitable background music, and special effects that help define the drama.Most presentations are from old time radio theater broadcasts that have been remastered to remove most of the hissing, clicking and volume fluctuations. Many of the presentations are from the 1930's and 1940's, so a significant amount of work went into the remastering process.Most presentations are about one hour, some are multiple hours, and some are abbreviated presentation that last about half an hour, making this series wonderful for bedtime stories, self-improvement by learning about literature, or simply as a very imaginative form of entertainment.The episodes are not sequential, but we do recommend listening to the complete collection starting with the first episode so that you can grow and benefit from the wide assortment of styles and content.For more information visit https://www.booksinsound.com

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