Le Comte de Monte-Cristo is a novel by Alexandre Dumas completed in 1844. It follows the life of Edmond Dantès, a promising young sailor who is wrongfully imprisoned and detained for over a decade. After his escape, he seeks vengeance against the three men who betrayed him.
Why The cover attracts attention and quickly conveys the tone of the novel.
How Deep red hues and an ambiguous shadow embody the essence of revenge and deception central to the plot.
What I produced the cover, selected a fitting typography and worked on the book's layout.
Where The design was used to create a clothbound edition.