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Celebrated Crimes (Complete)
Exploring the Dark Side of Human Nature Through Historical CrimesBy Alexandre DumasLength68h 7m
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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.
Audiobook details
GenreTrue Crime
Length68 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 16, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1NOTE:
57CHAPTER X
2INTRODUCTION
58CHAPTER XI
3THE BORGIAS
59CHAPTER XII
4PROLOGUE
60NISIDA—1825
5CHAPTER I
61DERUES
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6CHAPTER II
62DERUES
7CHAPTER III
63DERUES
8CHAPTER IV
64DERUES
9CHAPTER V
65LA CONSTANTIN—1660
10CHAPTER VI
66CHAPTER I
11CHAPTER VII
67CHAPTER II
12CHAPTER VIII
68CHAPTER III
13CHAPTER IX
69CHAPTER IV
14CHAPTER X
70CHAPTER V
15CHAPTER XI
71CHAPTER VI
16CHAPTER XII
72CHAPTER VII
17CHAPTER XIII
73CHAPTER VIII
18CHAPTER XIV
74CHAPTER IX
19CHAPTER XV
75JOAN OF NAPLES—1343-1382
20CHAPTER XVI
76CHAPTER I
21EPILOGUE
77CHAPTER II
22THE CENCI—1598
78CHAPTER III
23MASSACRES OF THE SOUTH—1551-1815
79CHAPTER IV
24CHAPTER I
80CHAPTER V
25CHAPTER II
81CHAPTER VI
26CHAPTER II
82CHAPTER VII
27CHAPTER III
83CHAPTER VIII
28CHAPTER IV
84THE MAN IN THE IRON MASK [An Essay]
29CHAPTER V
85THE MAN IN THE IRON MASK [An Essay]
30CHAPTER VI
86MARTIN GUERRE
31CHAPTER VII
87MARTIN GUERRE
32CHAPTER VIII
88ALI PACHA
33CHAPTER IX
89CHAPTER I
34MARY STUART—1587
90CHAPTER II
35CHAPTER I
91CHAPTER III
36CHAPTER II
92CHAPTER IV
37CHAPTER III
93CHAPTER V
38CHAPTER IV
94CHAPTER VI
39CHAPTER V
95CHAPTER VII
40CHAPTER VI
96CHAPTER VIII
41CHAPTER VII
97CHAPTER IX
42CHAPTER VIII
98CHAPTER X
43CHAPTER IX
99CHAPTER XI
44CHAPTER X
100THE COUNTESS DE SAINT-GERAN—1639
45KARL-LUDWIG SAND—1819
101THE COUNTESS DE SAINT-GERAN—1639
46KARL-LUDWIG SAND—1819
102MURAT—1815
47URBAIN GRANDIER—1634
103I—TOULON
48CHAPTER I
104II—CORSICA
49CHAPTER II
105III—PIZZO
50CHAPTER III
106THE MARQUISE DE BRINVILLIERS
51CHAPTER IV
107THE MARQUISE DE BRINVILLIERS
52CHAPTER V
108THE MARQUISE DE BRINVILLIERS
53CHAPTER VI
109VANINKA
54CHAPTER VII
110VANINKA
55CHAPTER VIII
111THE MARQUISE DE GANGES—1657
56CHAPTER IX
112THE MARQUISE DE GANGES—1657