The Three Musketeers

The Three Musketeers is a book by French author Alexandre Dumas. The first in the d'Artagnan Romances, it was originally published in 1844.

At the heart of this epic historical novel lies the story of D'Artagnan, a daring and ambitious young man who dreams of becoming one of the illustrious King's Musketeers, the revered guardians of the realm. Eager to prove his mettle, D'Artagnan embarks on a journey to Paris, where he soon finds himself entangled in a web of political machinations, rivalries, and treachery.

Fate intervenes, and D'Artagnan befriends the legendary trio of Athos, Porthos, and Aramis, the most formidable and charismatic Musketeers of the King's service. United by loyalty, courage, and honor, the quartet sets out to defend the honor of the Queen and protect the kingdom from the nefarious schemes of Cardinal Richelieu and his menacing accomplice, the alluring and vengeful Milady de Winter.

The Three Musketeers is a captivating tale of gallantry and camaraderie, a story that explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the timeless pursuit of justice. Dumas' masterful storytelling brings to life a vibrant world of political intrigue and romantic splendor, where the fate of nations rests upon the shoulders of these gallant, sword-wielding heroes. This translation by William Robson was first published in 1853.