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I seem to remember a passage in the Count of Monte Cristo where the Count has large emeralds turned into little boxes. I remember thinking at the time that it s
by samirillian 10y ago
I seem to remember a passage in the Count of Monte Cristo where the Count has large emeralds turned into little boxes. I remember thinking at the time that it seemed extremely wasteful (and out of character for a guy who so shrewdly managed his affairs). Now it makes more sense.
- db48x 10y agoThat character was all about extravagance. He presents Danglars with not one but two letters of unlimited credit, then withdraws 5 million franks to pay for his immediate needs.