1.
One of the characters that I found
unique and intriguing was the Count of Monte Cristo. The Count is a very
mysterious man. He is 30 years old. He can tell you so much about himself,
described through the story but he will always keep you wondering. For example,
during the early parts of my section, the Count offers 2 French gentlemen, who
are completely unknown to him, horses and a carriage, a window to watch an
execution and to enjoy the Carnival of Rome. All the count said was “As soon as
I learned I could be of use to you, I was glad of the opportunity to pay you my
respects.” People rarely give away such kindness without something in return but
the Count is indifferent. He’s also very informative and knowledgeable and he
could also be put as modest or to the point because when he was thought of as a
chemist he replied “Oh, I didn’t say that, madame,” , “I simply studied
chemistry because, intending to live in the Orient “ (Dumas,223). The count has
many servants/slaves whichever way you see it. They all dearly love the Count
for her is fair with them and they talk to him with pure respect referring to
him as “Excellency”. He has them do various tasks such as going ahead of the
Count to purchase a residence before he arrives there or purchase horses and
carriages for the Count. The count is extremely rich and although he has
mentioned how he is so rich, he did not disclose the sum of money that he has
which completely boggles my mind. He’s bought and done so many things that
would require so much money. Everywhere he goes, people hear about him and love
to meet him but can also fear him and his mysteries at times. Albert has feared
the Count in Rome because he spoiled them with his generosity. As of right now
there isn’t anything that he’s said to be his goals and motives. He does
however to my belief value spreading happiness wherever he goes. My evidence of
this would be to his kind and gentle heart with which he cares so much. He also
values the truth and anything below that is unworthy in his eyes. “That’s
different, then,” said Monte Cristo. “But if you’re about to lie, reconsider:
it would be better for you not to speak at all.” (Dumas, 184) . His interests
are definitely in studies of various types such as human studies, geography,
philosophy and learning languages.
I am the Count of Monte
Cristo. My name is unknown to others. I am a knowledgeable being and have yet
to experience more in my days. I will complete my goal which nobody knows
about. The only enemies I have to face are time and distance and my death which
will stop me from completing my goal. With my servants and vast amount of gold
I can conquer and defeat time and distance but death remains impeccable. Should
I die of old age, my work will have been completed but should I have an
untimely death, my work will be incomplete. I value truthfulness and I like
many types of education and paintings. People are honored to have me around as
I am equally or even more honored to have them around. I enjoy travelling and
seeing how different human species behave.
2.
The
second character I would like to analyze would be Caderousse. Caderousse is a
married man of middle age. He was a dear friend to Edmond and was given a
diamond before Edmond died (from Edmond’s last words). Caderousse seems to be a
dodgy man in section 2. He called upon a jeweler to examine his diamond and
sold it to him for 45 000 francs. The dealing didn’t happen completely smooth
for Caderousse thought he was getting 50k francs. The jeweler offered 45k. ‘All right, then,’ said Caderousse, ‘we’ll
sell it to someone else.’ Was his reply the jeweler’s lower offer. Caderousse
invited the jeweler to stay at his inn for the night for there was a storm
about. ‘Would you like to stay for supper?’ asked Caderousse. “ It may seem that Caderousse invited him out of
the kindness of his heart but I think he was plotting. Later that night he took
the jewelers pistols and shot both the jeweler and his wife, took the gold and
the diamond and disappeared into the night. A real dodgy person he is. He
killed his own wife, the woman he loved for a few thousand francs. This reveals
his extreme greed. Caderousse clearly values value itself. His goal appeared to
be to trick the jeweler and get away with a double profit. The money appeared
to be the motive, a drive not even the thought of losing his wife could stop.
Money can practically fit through most of these categories.
My name is Gaspard Caderousse. I
love my friends and making good business. My love for my wife is indescribable
and our years together have been my best years in all my life. I am adamant but I can be reasoned with. I am
kind and will provide hospitality to all my guests. My goal is to be rich. My
values are in riches. My interests lie with money.
