The+Three+Musketeers

=** The Three Musketeers **=

Basic Information
The novel // The Three Musketeers // was written in 1844 by the famous nineteenth-century French author, Alexandre Dumas // pere. // Originally titled //Les Trois Mousquetaires//, the book was written and published in the French language and later converted to other languages.

What the Story is About
//The Three Musketeers// was written as a historical adventure novel set during the reigns of Louis XIII and Louis XIV. The novel tells of the adventures of four protagonists named Porthos, Athos, Aramis and D’Artagnan. It portrays a story packed full of adventures, excitement, suspense, and even a little romance. The characters share a strong bond with each other, and they are going to need it to defeat the antagonist of the story, Cardinal Richelieu.

Why It's Important
// The Three Musketeers // has been a favorite of many since the original story was written in 1844. Throughout time there have been sequels, movies, and other novels written which were influenced by the original writing. Literature including this writing is an important part of the French culture. It will be interesting to visit some of the places in France that were discussed in the novel including the Louvre.