An Enchanted Chamber (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 31 – Part 16)

Описание: Franz takes in the splendor around him: crimson brocade embroidered with gold, a divan framed by jeweled Arabian swords, a Venetian glass lamp casting warm light, and a Turkey carpet so deep his feet sink into it. Tapestries conceal both the entrance and another brilliantly lit room beyond. His mysterious host watches him closely, then offers apologies for the blindfold, explaining that secrecy is the only way to protect this private refuge on an otherwise deserted island. He promises a comfortable supper and beds—luxuries Franz admits far exceed anything he expected to find here. Comparing the place to the enchanted palaces of opera and the tales of the Arabian Nights, Franz accepts the strangeness with good humor and curiosity.

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00:30 – Chapter 31, Part 16
02:07 – Commentary
08:28 – Outro

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New to the journey? Start from the beginning at: http://countdownofmontecristo.com

Want to talk theories, themes, or betrayals? Join the conversation on our Discord:   / discord  

Support the project on Patreon and receive full-length, story-only audio after each chapter:   / gruntworkpod  

Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or follow along on YouTube:    / @countdownofmontecristo  

The Countdown of Monte Cristo is a daily podcast reading one page at a time from Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel — every day, for four years. Whether you’re starting from the beginning or joining mid-journey, each episode brings you deeper into the story of The Count of Monte Cristo.

Chapters
00:00 – Theme
00:30 – Chapter 31, Part 9
02:08 – Commentary
04:45 – Outro

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