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English Faculty Recommended Reads
As many people find themselves looking for inspiration about what to do during extended periods at home, what better than read the books you’ve had on your list forever… If you already have a pile of novels ready, or your Kindle full of titles and fully charged, that’s great. However, if you are looking for an idea, we are going to offer a weekly classic suggestion for your consideration.
This week:
‘The Count of Monte Cristo’ (1844) by Alexandre Dumas
A tale of betrayal, revenge, and forgiveness. Set in France in the year Bonaparte returns from exile, it is considered a masterpiece of adventure writing.
