“Milady felt a consolation in seeing nature partake of the disorder of her heart. The thunder growled in the air like the passion and anger in her thoughts. It appeared to her that the blast as it swept along disheveled her brow, as it bowed the branches of the trees and bore away their leaves. She howled as the hurricane howled; and her voice was lost in the great voice of nature, which also seemed to groan with despair.”
Alexandre Dumas' 'The Three Musketeers' is a renowned historical novel that delves into the lives of d'Artagnan and his three fellow Musketeers, Athos, Porthos, and Aramis. The story is filled with intrigue, swordplay, and political machinations, set against the backdrop of the French monarchy. The novel is celebrated for its vivid characters, thrilling plot, and its exploration of themes such as loyalty, friendship, and honor. more
Alexandre Dumas, a renowned French writer, was born on July 24, 1802, and died on December 5, 1870. He is famous for his historical and adventure novels, with notable works including 'The Three Musketeers' and 'The Count of Monte Cristo'. more
“Commend me to the cardinal,' said Milady. 'Commend me to Satan,' replied Rochefort.”
“Since little-girlhood, we're trained to find the Big Bad Wolf seductive.”
“Don't you have a house to blow down?”
“Sullivan had her Crucifix Soldier and now I have mine. No. I am the soldier. Teacup is the cross.”
“The teacup shivered again and Belle could have sworn she heard it giggle.”