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Alexandre Dumas The Inspiring Story of a Genius in Farsi and English
Alexandre Dumas: The Inspiring Story of a Genius in Farsi and English is the longest of our Dumas books for children. It starts with his father Thomas-Alexandre’s early life, then follows Alex from a poor home in Villers-Cotterêts to the Paris stage, the 1830 revolution, newspaper serials, his writing studio with Auguste Maquet and The Three Musketeers. English and Persian. 102-page PDF.
The writer who made history feel like an adventure, from his father’s island to Paris
Little Alex grows up with his mother in Villers-Cotterêts, short of money but full of hope, and one rainy afternoon finds an old book of knights and treasure hunts in the attic. The book also goes back a generation: in 1775 his grandfather Antoine leaves Saint-Domingue for France, sells Marie-Cessette and her daughters, and takes his son Thomas-Alexandre, Alex’s father, with him.
There are also two 47-page books, The Story of Alexandre Dumas and a second edition with the same title, that cover his life quickly. This 102-page edition adds whole chapters on his first play reaching the stage, the revolution of 1830 and King Louis-Philippe, serial novels such as Le Capitaine Paul, and how he and Maquet built Georges and The Count of Monte Cristo.
At a glance
What the book covers
Chapter titles include “A Boy with Big Dreams” and “A Journey to Paris”, each opening with a short motto.
Roots
Thomas-Alexandre’s childhood on Saint-Domingue, his mother Marie-Cessette, and the voyage to France that changed his life.
Paris and the stage
Lonely evenings outside grand theaters, a director who says “This is… good”, and a nervous opening night.
A writer at work
The 1830 revolution, stories printed one chapter at a time, a team of helpers led by Auguste Maquet, and the musketeers Athos, Porthos, Aramis and d’Artagnan.
What children learn
That big dreams take work and friends, and that history can be the seed of a great story.
Lines from the book
From the first chapter:
| Persian | English |
|---|---|
| اما زندگی برای الکس و مادرش همیشه راحت نبود. | But life wasn’t always easy for Alex and his mother. |
| یک بعدازظهر بارانی، الکس یک کتاب قدیمی را در اتاق زیر شیروانی پیدا کرد. | One rainy afternoon, Alex found an old book in the attic. |
اتاق زیر شیروانی (otâgh-e zir-e shirvâni) is the Persian for attic: literally “the room under the roof”.
How to read it with your child
- Read the attic chapter, then ask your child what kind of book they would hope to find.
- Read each English page, then the Persian aloud, and look for the names الکس and پاریس.
- When you reach the musketeers, act out their motto together, in English and in Persian.
- Use the free Farsi alphabet lessons to help your child sound out French names written in Persian letters.
Who this book is for
A good fit if you
- want the most detailed of our Dumas books, including his father’s background
- have a child who loves sword fights, adventure stories and history
- are reading The Three Musketeers or The Count of Monte Cristo as a family
Look elsewhere if you
- would like a shorter read; either 47-page edition linked above covers his whole life
- want the story of another French novelist; try Victor Hugo
Use it with
- Émile Zola: The Inspiring Story of a Genius: a later French writer who also published novels in parts.
- Farsi Children Books Bundle: many bilingual kids titles in one download.
Common questions
How is this different from The Story of Alexandre Dumas?
The two books with that title are 47 pages each and summarize his life and travels. This one is 102 pages, with more about his father’s early life, his first play, the events of 1830 and how his novels were written.
Does it talk about slavery?
Yes, briefly. It says his grandfather sold Thomas-Alexandre’s mother and sisters before leaving Saint-Domingue. The passage is short and not graphic.
What age is it for?
About 9 to 13, or younger with a parent reading aloud.
What do I get after I buy?
A 102-page PDF to download right after checkout, to read on a tablet or computer or print at home.
Is there a paperback?
Yes, a paperback is sold on Amazon.
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