<p> „The Man in the Iron Mask” is the final episode in the cycle of novels featuring Dumas’ celebrated foursome of D’Artagnan, Athos, Porthos and Aramis, who first appeared in „The Three Musketeers”. Some thirty-five years on, the bonds of comradeship are under strain as they end up on different sides in a power struggle that may undermine the young Louis XIV and change the face of the French monarchy. Unbeknownst to D’Artagnan, Aramis and Porthos plot to remove the inept king and place the king’s twin brother on the throne of France. Meanwhile, deep inside the dreaded Bastille, a young twenty-three-year-old prisoner known only as „Philippe” has languished, his face hidden from all, for eight long years. He knows neither his true identity nor the crime that got him there. When the destinies of the king and Phillippe converge, the Three Musketeers and D’Artagnan find themselves caught between conflicting loyalties...</p>
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<p> „The Three Musketeers” (French: „Les Trois Mousquetaires”) is a historical adventure novel written in 1844 by French author Alexandre Dumas. Set in 1625–1628 when France is under threat, it recounts the adventures of a young nobleman named d’Artagnan after he leaves home to travel to Paris, to join the Musketeers of the Guard. Although d’Artagnan is not able to join this elite corps immediately, he befriends the three most formidable musketeers of the age – the mysterious Athos, bumbling Porthos and ambitious and romantic Aramis who lived under the French kings Louis XIII and Louis XIV, who reigned during the 17th and early 18th centuries – and gets involved in affairs of the state and court. Together the friends must use all their guile and ingenuity to outwit the dastardly schemes of the powerful Cardinal Richelieu and the glamorous spy, Milady. With a plot that delivers stolen diamonds, masked balls, purloined letters, and, of course, great bouts of swordplay, „The Three Musketeers” is eternally entertaining!</p>
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<p> After „The Three Musketeers” and „Twenty Years After” the adventurous story of Athos, Porthos, Aramis and D’Artagnan continues! Against a tender love story, Dumas continues the suspense which began with „The Vicomte de Bragelonne” and will end with „The Man in the Iron Mask”. Can it be true that the King is in love with the Duchess d’Orleans? Or has his eye been caught by the sweet and gentle Louise de la Valliere? No one is more anxious to know the answer than Raoul, son of Athos, who loves Louise more than life itself. Behind the scenes, dark intrigues are afoot. Louis XIV is desperate to solidify his position as absolute ruler of France. Impending turmoil forces the Musketeers and d’Artagnan to come out of retirement, but is it for the right reasons? A fantastic continuation of Dumas’s famous saga, „Louise De La Valliere” constitutes a must-read for fans of his work, and would make for a worthy addition to any collection.</p>
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<p> The d’Artagnan Romances are a set of three novels by Alexandre Dumas telling the story of the musketeer d’Artagnan from his humble beginnings in Gascony to his death as a marshal of France in the Siege of Maastricht in 1673. It is May 1660 and the fate of nations is at stake. Mazarin plots, Louis XIV is in love, and Raoul de Bragelonne, son of Athos, is intent on serving France and winning the heart of Louise de la Valliere. D’Artagnan, meanwhile, is perplexed by a mysterious stranger, and soon he learns that his old comrades already have great projects in hand. Athos seeks the restoration of Charles II, while Aramis, with Porthos in tow, has a secret plan involving a masked prisoner and the fortification of the island of Belle-Ile. D’Artagnan finds a thread leading him to the French court, the banks of the Tyne, the beaches of Holland, and the dunes of Brittany. „The Vicomte de Bragelonne: Ten Years Later” is the 3rd and largest continuation of the „Musketeer” saga, following „The Three Musketeers” and „Twenty Years After”.</p>
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<p> The d’Artagnan Romances are a set of three novels by Alexandre Dumas telling the story of the musketeer d’Artagnan from his humble beginnings in Gascony to his death as a marshal of France in the Siege of Maastricht in 1673. It is May 1660 and the fate of nations is at stake. Mazarin plots, Louis XIV is in love, and Raoul de Bragelonne, son of Athos, is intent on serving France and winning the heart of Louise de la Valliere. D’Artagnan, meanwhile, is perplexed by a mysterious stranger, and soon he learns that his old comrades already have great projects in hand. Athos seeks the restoration of Charles II, while Aramis, with Porthos in tow, has a secret plan involving a masked prisoner and the fortification of the island of Belle-Ile. D’Artagnan finds a thread leading him to the French court, the banks of the Tyne, the beaches of Holland, and the dunes of Brittany. „The Vicomte de Bragelonne: Ten Years Later” is the 3rd and largest continuation of the „Musketeer” saga, following „The Three Musketeers” and „Twenty Years After”.</p>
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<p> <span>Najsłynniejsza powieść płaszcza i szpady, której bohaterami są muszkieterowie Atos, Portos i Aramis oraz pretendent do służby królowi d’Artagnan. W wyniku nieporozumienia najpierw walczą między sobą. Łączy ich odwaga, męstwo i prawość. Mając wspólny cel i walcząc o słuszną sprawę, stają się braćmi broni. Razem przeżywają wiele emocjonujących przygód i bronią słabszych przed chciwym kardynałem Richelieu. Wspaniała opowieść o przyjaźni i odwadze.</span></p>
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»Wenn du deine Stimme verlierst, bleiben nur deine Taten, um für die zu kämpfen, die du liebst.« Das Leben der zwanzigjährigen Serena wird auf den Kopf gestellt, als ihre Mutter ihr eröffnet, sie müsse einen fremden Mann heiraten. Geschockt lässt sie ihr Elternhaus zurück, um am Meer Zuflucht zu finden. Als eine wunderschöne Frau aus den Fluten steigt und ihr einen Handel vorschlägt, zögert sie nicht und willigt ein. Ihr Wunsch nach Freiheit wird erfüllt und kurze Zeit später erwacht Serena im Körper einer Meerjungfrau unter dem Meeresspiegel. Während der jüngste Prinz des Unterwasserreiches sie in seine Welt entführt, muss sie feststellen, dass Aramis ihre Gefühle mehr durcheinander bringt, als sie vermutet hat. Der Machtkampf, der in diesem Reich seit Langem zwischen Meermenschen und Sirenen herrscht, fordert allerdings bald Opfer und Serena gerät zwischen die Fronten. Fortan muss sie nicht nur um ihre Liebe kämpfen, sondern auch um ihr Leben. Und das einzig durch Taten, denn Serenas Herzenswunsch hatte einen hohen Preis: ihre Stimme.
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A decade has passed, but the legend continues. Step into the thrilling world of Alexandre Dumas as he reunites his iconic Three Musketeers for their most perilous adventure yet. In this gripping sequel, the bonds of friendship and loyalty are tested as Athos, Porthos, Aramis, and D'Artagnan find themselves caught in a dangerous web of political intrigue, forbidden love, and power struggles at the French court. The saga continues as mystery, betrayal, and epic duels shape the fate of France. Will the Musketeers emerge victorious, or will time and treachery tear them apart forever? From the mastermind behind "The Count of Monte Cristo" and "The Three Musketeers," this novel is a timeless classic that has captivated readers for generations. Filled with sword fights, secret plots, and unforgettable heroes, "Ten Years Later" is a thrilling ride for anyone who loves historical fiction, adventure, and the eternal battle between honor and deception. Rediscover the Musketeers' Final Journey – Get Your Copy Today!
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