The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 17: riassunto
Chapter 17 di 117 · Volume 1 · 30 min per leggere: chapter
In Chapter 17, Faria shows Edmond Dantès his handmade tools, identifies the interests behind his imprisonment, and gives him an education while they prepare an escape. When a violent illness leaves Faria partly paralyzed, Dantès refuses to abandon him and begins closing their escape excavation to prevent discovery and separation.
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- Faria shows Dantès his manuscript, improvised tools, lamp, and rope ladder, revealing the skill behind his prison work.
- By questioning Dantès, Faria connects Danglars and Fernand to the accusation and identifies Noirtier as Villefort’s father.
- Dantès forms a secret resolve, and Faria recognizes his desire for revenge before agreeing to teach him.
- After extensive study, the prisoners dig beneath the sentry’s gallery, planning to trap him and escape using the ladder.
- As their preparations reach completion, Faria suffers a violent fit; Dantès administers his medicine and sees him regain consciousness.
- Faria remains partly paralyzed, and Dantès vows to stay with him, then starts filling the excavation to protect their companionship.
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Cosa notare
The oath makes loyalty to Faria more important than escape. It leads Dantès to abandon their immediate plan and protect their continued companionship.
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Why does Faria ask Dantès to fill the excavation beneath the gallery?
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