The story begins in the present day with history and intrigue. Through the highlights of the Revolution and Napoleon's rise to power, I felt I had an almost visceral grasp of the world in which General Dumas lived by way of a fast-paced narrative. What do you know about the French Revolution? Are you a Francophile who thrills every year on July 14 for Bastille Day, donning your beret? I had a general understanding about the French Revolution, maybe a little vague, which made Reiss' telling of pre-revolutionary France fascinating. Dumas may have been an 18th-century man, but the experiences of his life still prove relevant today. His story involves the significant human themes of racism, greed, and the sways of government that often work against the governed. The Black Count by Tim Reiss served as an excellent book and, by way of solid storytelling, brought the times of General Alex Dumas and 1700s France alive. Plus, I must admit that I wanted to read books that would help me improve my evolution as a human being. And not just any book, but thought-provoking selections from the non-fiction genre to discuss with other fine people. I started the #reallivesbookclub nearly five years ago to assure I'd read at least one book a month.
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