Dumas classic story, first serialized in 1844, has enthralled readers with its fast-paced plot, endearing characters, and romantic ideals, immortalized by the motto one for all, all for one. A timeless tale of adventure, romance, intrigue, and revenge,The Three Musketeers is the captivating story. A historical romance, this novel tells of the adventures of the hot-headed young Gascon, d Artagnan and his three companions Athos, Porthos and Aramis as they gallantly defend the Queen of France, using their wit and their swords.They must foil the nefarious plotting of Cardinal Richelieu against the King and Queen, despite his appearance as an ally. D Artagnan and the three Musketeers must also overcome the villainous machinations of Milady de Winter, whose lethal criminality threatens those in political power and the love of d Artgnan for Constance Bonacieux.