Celebrated Crimes (Complete)
Exploring the Dark Side of Human Nature Through Historical CrimesBy Alexandre Dumas
Length68h 7m
About this audiobook
In "Celebrated Crimes (Complete)," Alexandre Dumas embarks on a gripping exploration of some of history's most notorious figures and criminal acts, presenting a blend of fact and fiction that captivates the reader's imagination. The work is marked by Dumas's characteristic narrative flair, weaving vivid characterizations and dramatic accounts with meticulous historical detail. Spanning diverse cultures and centuries, the book examines not only the crimes themselves but also the societal contexts that shaped them, thus reflecting the tumultuous psychology of humanity. Dumas employs a rich prose style that seamlessly transitions between narration and reflective commentary, inviting readers to ponder the moral ambiguities of crime and punishment in a complex world. Alexandre Dumas, celebrated for his masterful storytelling and historical novels, such as "The Three Musketeers" and "The Count of Monte Cristo," draws from his own tumultuous life experiences and deep understanding of human nature in creating this intriguing compendium. As a man of his times, witnessing revolutionary fervor and social upheaval, Dumas'Äôs insights into crime journeys beyond mere sensationalism, aiming instead to understand the intricate motivations and societal critiques behind these celebrated criminals. "Celebrated Crimes" is an essential read for those fascinated by the darker aspects of human nature and the historical events that shape them. Its engaging narrative style and profound reflections make it not only a compelling literary experience but also a thought-provoking commentary on the nature of crime throughout the ages. This work is a poignant addition to the canon of crime literature and stands as a testament to Dumas's enduring legacy.
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GenreTrue Crime
Length68 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 16, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1NOTE:
26CHAPTER II
2INTRODUCTION
27CHAPTER III
3THE BORGIAS
28CHAPTER IV
4PROLOGUE
29CHAPTER V
5CHAPTER I
30CHAPTER VI
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6CHAPTER II
31CHAPTER VII
7CHAPTER III
32CHAPTER VIII
8CHAPTER IV
33CHAPTER IX
9CHAPTER V
34MARY STUART—1587
10CHAPTER VI
35CHAPTER I
11CHAPTER VII
36CHAPTER II
12CHAPTER VIII
37CHAPTER III
13CHAPTER IX
38CHAPTER IV
14CHAPTER X
39CHAPTER V
15CHAPTER XI
40CHAPTER VI
16CHAPTER XII
41CHAPTER VII
17CHAPTER XIII
42CHAPTER VIII
18CHAPTER XIV
43CHAPTER IX
19CHAPTER XV
44CHAPTER X
20CHAPTER XVI
45KARL-LUDWIG SAND—1819
21EPILOGUE
46KARL-LUDWIG SAND—1819
22THE CENCI—1598
47URBAIN GRANDIER—1634
23MASSACRES OF THE SOUTH—1551-1815
48CHAPTER I
24CHAPTER I
49CHAPTER II
25CHAPTER II
50CHAPTER III
Die Geschichte einer großen Liebe: Lady Hamilton und Lord NelsonAlexandre Dumas, Heinrich Smidt30h 22m$1 · $0.00
Zwischen Fiktion und Geschichte: Die bedeutendsten historisch-biografischen RomaneAlexandre Dumas, Stefan Zweig, George Eliot, Alfred Schirokauer, Heinrich Vollrat Schumacher, Julius Wolff, Klabund, Jakob Wassermann, Dmitri Mereschkowski, Leopold von Sacher-Masoch, Arthur Schurig, Ida Gräfin Hahn-Hahn, Franz Werfel, Dora Duncker, Walter Scott, August Sperl, Richard von Kralik, John Erskine392h 21m$1 · $0.00
Alexandre Dumas: The Count of Monte Cristo & The Three MuskateersAlexandre Dumas75h 17m4.5 (4.6K)$95 · $0.00
Les Compagnons de JéhuAlexandre Dumas24h 54m$1.99 · $0.00
El conde de MontecristoAlexandre Dumas53h 23m$1.99 · $0.00
Le Château d'EppsteinAlexandre Dumas8h 49m$1.99 · $0.00
Les GaribaldiensAlexandre Dumas9h 15m$1.99 · $0.00
El Hombre de la Máscara de HierroAlexandre Dumas15h 18m4.1 (78K)$1.99 · $0.00
Geschichtsträger: Charaktere, die Zeiten überbrückenAlexandre Dumas, Stefan Zweig, George Eliot, Alfred Schirokauer, Heinrich Vollrat Schumacher, Julius Wolff, Klabund, Jakob Wassermann, Dmitri Mereschkowski, Leopold von Sacher-Masoch, Arthur Schurig, Ida Gräfin Hahn-Hahn, Franz Werfel, Dora Duncker, Walter Scott, August Sperl, Richard von Kralik, John Erskine392h 21m$1 · $0.00
Myladyn poikaAlexandre Dumas31h 43m4.1 (118)$1.99 · $0.00
Le Collier de la reineAlexandre Dumas32h 17m4.1 (2.7K)$1.99 · $0.00
Twenty Years AfterAlexandre Dumas29h 8m4.2 (32.1K)$1.99 · $0.00
60 Adventure ClassicsAlexandre Dumas, Robert Louis Stevenson, Henry Rider Haggard, G. A. Henty, Jack London, Herman Melville, Joseph Conrad, Jules Verne, Maurice Leblanc, Bret Harte, H. G. Wells, R. M. Ballantyne, George Augustus Sala, Max Brand, James Fenimore Cooper, Zane Grey, Daniel Defoe, Walter Scott, Rudyard Kipling, Jonathan Swift, Charles Dickens, Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce, Mary Mapes Dodge, Mark Twain, Selma Lagerlöf, Lewis Carroll, George MacDonald, Carlo Collodi, Robert Montgomery Bird, H. C. McNeile, Oliver Optic, E. W. Hornung, Baroness Orczy, E. Nesbit, James Oliver Curwood, Mrs. Loudon, William Clark Russell, Frederick Marryat, Richard Henry Dana, Joshua Slocum, Rafael Sabatini964h 33m$2.99
The Greatest Novels of Alexandre Dumas (Annotated)Alexandre Dumas441h 56m4.6 (1.1K)$2 · $0.00
Napoleon Bonaparte (Kommentiert)Alexandre Dumas9h 45m4.1 (31)$1 · $0.00
Der Graf von Monte Christo (Kommentiert)Alexandre Dumas47h 5m$1 · $0.00
Gabriel Lambert (Kommentiert)Alexandre Dumas6h 26m3.7 (255)$1 · $0.00
Die Fünfundvierzig (Kommentiert)Alexandre Dumas23h 43m4.4 (35)$1 · $0.00
Alexandre Dumas: 40+ Historical Novels, Adventure Classics & True Crime Stories (Illustrated) (Annotated)Alexandre Dumas511h 46m$2 · $0.00
Die Kameliendame (Kommentiert)Alexandre Dumas10h 27m4.3 (265)$1 · $0.00
BoundlessNick Kostov, Sean McLain9h 17m4.5 (1.1K)$29 · $0.00
Nine LivesAimen Dean15h 23m4.4 (3.2K)$23
Deadly ForceLawrence O'Donnell17h 18m4.5 (342)$40 · $0.00
Walking the BowlChris Lockhart, Daniel Mulilo Chama9h 7m4.4 (1.5K)$29 · $0.00
Trial by FireScott James13h 31m4.4 (1.4K)$23
PapillonHenri Charriere18h 19m4.3 (90.2K)$40 · $0.00
The SuspectKent Alexander, Kevin Salwen14h 12m4.4 (3K)$23 · $0.00
The Cause of DeathCynric Temple-Camp8h 59m4.4 (1.4K)$29 · $0.00
GanglandJared Savage9h 21m4.4 (1.4K)$29 · $0.00
Riding with EvilKen Croke, Dave Wedge9h 42m4.3 (3.4K)$29 · $0.00
Raven 23Gina Keating8h 16m4.7 (55)$26 · $0.00
The Two FBIsNicole Parker10h 8m4.4 (499)$29 · $0.00
I Catch KillersGary Jubelin15h 32m4.3 (6.6K)$33 · $0.00
The Redemption Of Bobby LoveBobby Love, Cheryl Love9h 13m4.4 (956)$29 · $0.00
The Life We ChoseMatt Birkbeck8h 57m4.4 (1K)$29 · $0.00
The Truth About AaronJonathan Hernandez5h 15m4.3 (2.5K)$24 · $0.00
No Ordinary BirdArtis Henderson6h 23m4.4 (597)$24 · $0.00
I'll Be Gone in the DarkMichelle McNamara10h 7m4.3 (302.5K)$29 · $0.00
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