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The Corsican Brothers

Alexandre Dumas

Book Overview: 

Alexandre Dumas weaves the compelling story of Siamese twins who are separated physically but never in spirit. When one of the brothers is murdered, the other leaves Corsica for Paris to avenge the killing. Dumas brings this thrilling tale to life with his fascinating descriptions of Italy and France and his powerful portrayal of the undying love of brother for brother. - Summary by wikepedia

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Book Excerpt: 
. . .I did not hesitate to adopt it. I followed my host, who, opening the door, paused in front of me to show me the way.

This time I found myself in a regular arsenal. All the furniture was of the fifteenth or sixteenth century—the carved and canopied bedstead, supported by great posts, was draped with green damask à fleur d’or; the window curtains were of the same material. The walls were covered with Spanish leather, and in the open spaces were sustained trophies of Gothic and modern arms.

There was no mistaking the tastes of the occupant of this room: they were as warlike as those of his brother were peaceable.

“Look here,” he said, passing into an inner room, “here you are in three centuries at once—see! I will dress while you amuse yourself, for I must make haste or supper will be announced.”

“Which are the historic arms of which you spoke amongst all these swords, arquebuses. . . Read More

Community Reviews

It's nothing too extraordinary however I did rather enjoy the dynamic between our narrator and the two brothers. There was a fast friendship with each and I love that; there's so much respect and willingness to help one another which you generally don't find without ulterior motives in the modern da

A short novel, perfect to read on a trip to France. I really enjoy Dumas, the chivalry and adventures of the times, in a historical context. Of course there’s a lot that was bad about those times, the misogyny, classism, racism, etc. Putting that aside they are some of my favorites. Satisfying concl

J'ai écoutée la version de littérature lu par Juliette. C'est très intrigant ce livre, avec les jeaumeaux identiques, les visites des morts qui ne mens pas, et surtout la vendetta. Très intéressant comment histoire et aussi pour connaitre les habitudes des Corses. Et la dernierre ligne ! Incroyable

L’antipasto del Conte

L’antipasto del conte troneggiava nella lista des entrées, il nome era davvero invitante e io non ho resistito. Con quattordici Euro mi sono aggiudicato una fetta di prosciutto stopposo, un crostino (vecchio) rianimato sulla piastra, una fetta di salame (con troppo aglio) e due

Do yourself a favour if you plan to read this book - don't read the description as it has a heavy spoiler.

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