The Count of Monte Cristo

A merchant sailor is falsely imprisoned but once freed is able to acquire a treasure and buy the island of Monte Cristo as well as the title Count. He secretly helps a family that was kind to him and also seeks revenge on those who unfairly imprisoned him.


This is an easy to read abridged (shortened), and adapted classic novel with 10 illustrated chapters at an easier to read level. This concise format improves fluency, vocabulary and comprehension and is a useful tool for improving English skills. This format is ideal for remedial reading, bilingual education, people learning English as a second language, English Language Learners, and people of any age intending to improve reading skills or anyone for whom the original version might be too long or difficult. This book is high interest, low readability and improves comprehension and fluency. This book was written at reading grade level 5-6. This material is appropriate and entertaining for both children and adults.