The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 50 summary
Chapter 50 of 117 · Volume 3 · 14 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 50, the Count of Monte Cristo visits the Morrel household, where modest prosperity and lasting gratitude deeply move him as the family describes its mysterious rescue. He suggests Lord Wilmore as a possible benefactor, but leaves abruptly when Maximilian reports his father’s conviction that Edmond Dantès saved them.
What happens
- Maximilian welcomes Monte Cristo and explains how Julie and Emmanuel leave business after earning enough to live comfortably.
- The household’s happiness moves the count, and Julie explains that an unknown benefactor rescues the family from disaster.
- A treasured purse, letter, and diamond prompt the family to recount its rescue and express its longing to thank the stranger.
- Monte Cristo suggests Lord Wilmore, then discourages hopes of finding him and questions whether he is their benefactor.
- Maximilian names Edmond Dantès as his father’s suspected rescuer, and the count turns pale and departs.
- Emmanuel finds their visitor strange, while Maximilian trusts his kindness and Julie thinks she recognizes his voice.
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Maximilian reports his father’s firm belief about their rescuer. The name makes the count turn pale and brings his visit to an abrupt close.
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Why do Julie and Emmanuel refuse to sell the firm’s goodwill?
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