"Twenty Years After" by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet is a thrilling historical adventure that plunges readers into the tumultuous world of 17th-century France. This gripping sequel to "The Three Musketeers" reunites readers with the beloved musketeers—d'Artagnan, Athos, Porthos, and Aramis—two decades after their earlier escapades. Set against the backdrop of political intrigue, war, and romance, the novel follows the musketeers and their new adventures. France is in turmoil, and the musketeers find themselves entangled in a web of conspiracies, power struggles, and personal rivalries. As they navigate a world filled with danger and deception, their unwavering loyalty to each other is put to the test. Dumas and Maquet's masterful storytelling weaves together historical events and fictional drama, creating a rich tapestry of characters and plot twists. From the court of Louis XIV to the battlefields of war, the novel immerses readers in a vivid and captivating historical landscape. "Twenty Years After" is a tale of friendship, honor, and the enduring spirit of adventure. It explores themes of justice, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships. With its blend of swashbuckling action, political intrigue, and romance, this novel continues to captivate readers with its timeless appeal. Join the musketeers on a thrilling journey filled with duels, intrigues, and the enduring bonds of friendship in a tale that transports you to a bygone era of chivalry and heroism. ABOUT THE AUTHORS Alexandre Dumas (1802-1870) was a renowned French writer celebrated for his historical novels and adventure stories. Born in Villers-Cotterêts, France, Dumas is best known for works like "The Three Musketeers" and "The Count of Monte Cristo." His writing style is characterized by vivid characters, intricate plots, and a flair for historical accuracy. Auguste Maquet (1813-1888) was a French author and collaborator with Dumas. He played a significant role in assisting Dumas with research, plot development, and writing. Together, they created some of the most iconic novels in French literature. The partnership between Dumas and Maquet was prolific, producing numerous novels and plays. While Dumas received most of the credit and fame, Maquet's contributions were invaluable to the success of their collaborations. Their works continue to be beloved by readers worldwide and have been adapted into countless films, television series, and theatrical productions. Dumas and Maquet's legacy endures as a testament to their storytelling prowess and their impact on the adventure genre in literature.

Set in 1625, "The Three Musketeers" recounts the adventures of a young man named d'Artagnan after he leaves home to travel to Paris, to join the Musketeers of the Guard. Although D'Artagnan is not able to join this elite corps immediately, he befriends the three most formidable musketeers of the age: Athos, Porthos and Aramis and gets involved in affairs of the state and court. Dumas frequently works into the plot various injustices, abuses and absurdities of the old regime, giving the story an additional political aspect at a time when the debate in France between republicans and monarchists was still fierce. The novel Twenty Years After follows events in France during the Fronde, during the childhood reign of Louis XIV. The musketeers are valiant and just in their efforts to protect young Louis XIV and the doomed Charles I from their attackers. The Vicomte de Bragelonne, Louise de la Vallière and The Man in the Iron Mask are set between 1660 and 1667 against the background of the transformation of Louis XIV from child monarch to Sun King. Alexandre Dumas, père (1802-1870) was a French writer whose works have been translated into nearly 100 languages and he is one of the most widely read French authors. His most famous works are The Count of Monte Cristo and The Three Musketeers.

Alexandre Dumas' literary masterpiece, 'THE THREE MUSKETEERS - Complete Collection', is a thrilling adventure set in 17th century France. The novel follows the journey of d'Artagnan, a young aspiring musketeer, as he joins forces with the famous trio Athos, Porthos, and Aramis to defend the honor of the Queen against the treacherous actions of Cardinal Richelieu. Dumas skillfully weaves together themes of betrayal, honor, and loyalty, creating a fast-paced and engaging narrative filled with sword fights, romance, and political intrigue. His vivid descriptions and lively dialogue transport readers into the extravagant world of the French royal court. Alexandre Dumas, a prolific and influential French writer, drew inspiration from his own life experiences and historical events to write 'THE THREE MUSKETEERS'. As a keen observer of his society, Dumas infused his characters with depth and complexity, reflecting the tumultuous time of French history. His ability to blend fiction with historical accuracy has solidified his position as a literary icon. I highly recommend 'THE THREE MUSKETEERS - Complete Collection' to readers who enjoy action-packed historical fiction with memorable characters and intricate plots. Dumas' timeless classic continues to captivate audiences with its timeless themes and vibrant storytelling.

Twenty Years After (French: Vingt ans après) is a novel by Alexandre Dumas, père, first serialized from January to August, 1845. A book of the D'Artagnan Romances, it is a sequel to The Three Musketeers and precedes The Vicomte de Bragelonne (which includes the sub-plot, Man in the Iron Mask). The novel follows events in France during La Fronde, during the childhood reign of Louis XIV, and in England near the end of the English Civil War, leading up to the victory of Oliver Cromwell and the execution of King Charles I. Through the words of the main characters, particularly Athos, Dumas comes out on the side of the monarchy in general, or at least the text often praises the idea of benevolent royalty. His musketeers are valiant and just in their efforts to protect young Louis XIV and the doomed Charles I from their attackers. This book is the least well-known of the Musketeer saga but works effectively as a sequel, with reappearances by most main characters (or children of main characters) and a number of subplots. The d'Artagnan Romances are a set of three novels by Alexandre Dumas telling the story of the musketeer d'Artagnan from his humble beginnings in Gascony to his death as a marshal of France in the Siege of Maastricht in 1673. The three novels are: The Three Musketeers, set in 1625; first published in 1844. Dumas claimed it was based on manuscripts he had discovered in the Bibliothèque Nationale. Twenty Years After, set in 1648; serialized from January to August, 1845. The Vicomte of Bragelonne: Ten Years Later, set between 1660 and 1673; serialized from October 1847 to January 1850. This vast novel has been split into four volumes; The Vicomte de Bragelonne, Ten Years Later, Louise de la Vallière and The Man in the Iron Mask. Alexandre Dumas, (1802-1870), also known as Alexandre Dumas, père, was a French writer, best known for his historical novels of high adventure. Translated into nearly 100 languages, these have made him one of the most widely read French authors in the world. Many of his novels, including The Count of Monte Cristo, The Three Musketeers, Twenty Years After, and The Vicomte de Bragelonne: Ten Years Later were originally published as serials. His novels have been adapted since the early twentieth century for nearly 200 films. Dumas' last novel, The Knight of Sainte-Hermine, unfinished at his death, was completed by a scholar and published in 2005, becoming a bestseller. It was published in English in 2008 as The Last Cavalier. Prolific in several genres, Dumas began his career by writing plays, which were successfully produced from the first. He also wrote numerous magazine articles and travel books; his published works totaled 100,000 pages. In the 1840s, Dumas founded the Théâtre Historique in Paris.