Analysis

  The book The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas has numerous aspects that can be observed using PACTT.
     First of all, the plot of this book was astounding.  It was intricate and interesting.  Each part led to the next.  The betrayals and rewards added such a huge amount to this book.
     Second, throughout the book, the atmosphere was interesting and mysterious.  The author created plot and character that worked together to form both a tense, sad and joyous atmosphere.  The variations allowed for greater depth of understanding of the book as a whole.
     Third, Alexandre Dumas created such vivid and well developed characters.  You see first hand how certain events impact certain characters.  The characters also have a very human aspect to them.  There is a thirst for revenge and a call to reward those who are worthy.  The love issues throughout the book also form the characters into who the author intended them to become.
    Fourth, this book contains a few different themes.  The big idea behind this book is the consequences of your actions.  I you betray someone, you will receive what you're due.  Edmond Dantes becomes someone resembling a judge of higher authority.  He dishes out the consequences that certain people deserve.
     Another theme revolves around the whole idea of love.  Characters are losing love, regaining love, and forming new love.  This whole concept seems to keep the book in motion.
     Finally, the author's technique compliments the already well formed characters and plot.  The heated dialogue that lead to the demise of others and local colour of France brought a new level of depth to the story.
      In conclusion, all of these elements were brought together in perfect balanced by the author to form an extremely well crafted and well developed piece of literature.