D'Artagnan Romances, Vol 3, Part 3: The Man In The Iron Mask

The d'Artagnan Romances, Vol 3, Part 3: The Man in the Iron Mask

by Alexandre Dumas

Concluding the d'Artagnan Romances trilogy, The Man in the Iron Mask finds its legendary musketeers grappling with the complexities of power, wealth, and deception. As Captain of the Musketeers, d'Artagnan stands as the stalwart guardian of King Louis XIV. Yet, amidst the grandeur and privilege, a shadow lingers. The enigmatic Philippe languishes in the Bastille, his true identity concealed beneath an iron mask. A web of intrigue ensnares Philippe, the once-powerful Superintendent of Finance, Fouquet, and the ambitious Aramis, now a formidable Jesuit bishop. As loyalties are tested and alliances shift, d'Artagnan and his companions confront the consequences of their actions. In this thrilling climax, Dumas explores the profound question: what remains when youth, love, glory, and strength fade? With characteristic wit and adventure, he weaves a timeless tale of intrigue, sacrifice, and the enduring bonds of friendship.

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Dumas began his career by writing plays, which were successfully produced from the first. He also wrote numerous magazine articles and travel books; his published works totalled 100,000 pages. In the...

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