Ali Pacha : Celebrated Crimes

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Ali Pacha" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical novel that likely dates back to the early 19th century. The book centers on Ali Tepeleni, a notorious character in Ottoman history, known for his ambition, treachery, and the ruthless pursuit of power during the decline of the Turkish Empire. Dumas paints a vivid portrait of a tumultuous era defined by revolution, rebellion, and the constant struggle for domination within an empire at war with itself, particularly focusing on Ali's rise and the turbulent political landscape of the time. The beginning of the narrative sets the stage for the intricate life of Ali Pacha, highlighting his complicated lineage and the socio-political unrest that enveloped the region. It introduces a chaotic world where various factions vie for control over territories ravaged by corruption and internal strife. The opening chapters explore Ali's childhood, his brutal ascension to power through a series of personal vendettas, and his unyielding ambition to establish dominance over Albania and beyond. Dumas richly details the character of Ali as he grows from a vengeful youth into a formidable leader, willing to betray anyone to secure his position, hinting at the violent and treacherous nature of his reign. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-02-28