The very first graphic novel and steadfastly faithful comic adaptation of one of the greatest adventure novels in French literature.

Edmond Dantès, a young sailor unfairly imprisoned for 14 years, escapes with the help of another prisoner, Abbé Faria, who reveals to him before his death the location of a treasure hidden on the island of Monte Cristo. This dramatic adventure novel is full of gripping twists and turns, intriguing characters, and deep, universal themes—revenge, love, betrayal, forgiveness, friendship, redemption...