“Today, hope means that I despise their wealth, which seems to me like the most abject poverty; tomorrow, perhaps disappointment may mean that I shall be forced to consider that abject poverty as the height of happiness.”
Quote by Alexandre Dumas
Work
The Count of Monte Cristo
This classic novel follows Edmond Dantès, a young sailor unjustly imprisoned for a crime he did not commit. After his release, he discovers a hidden treasure on the island of Monte Cristo and uses his newfound wealth to exact revenge on those who betrayed him. more
Author
Alexandre Dumas
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
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