The Carnival at Rome — Costumes Prepared and the Count Returns (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 36 – Part 10)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the theatre conversation turns to the cost and spectacle of the Count’s windows overlooking the Corso. The Countess G—— measures his display in thousands of Roman crowns, while Franz and Albert describe his wealth, his island, and his eccentric conduct.   The discussion breaks, and the next morning begins with preparations for the Carnival, as Pastrini delivers Roman peasant costumes tailored with ribbons and sashes. Albert admires his transformation in the mirror, satisfied with the effect of the attire.   The moment of preparation is interrupted as the Count of Monte Cristo enters.   ⸻   New to the journey? Start from the beginning at: http://countdownofmontecristo.com   Want to talk theories, themes, or betrayals? Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/Sg2prdm   Support the project on Patreon and receive full-length, story-only audio after each chapter: https://patreon.com/gruntworkpod   Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or follow along on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf3vyewhvQugX5M3oREl57A   ⸻   The Countdown of Monte Cristo is a daily podcast reading one page at a time from Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel — every day, for four years. Whether you’re starting from the beginning or joining mid-journey, each episode brings you deeper into the story of The Count of Monte Cristo.