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“The Lever” (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 15 – Part 11)
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In this episode, Dantès seizes a long-awaited opportunity. When his jailer unwittingly leaves behind the iron-handled soup saucepan, Dantès finally acquires the tool he’s been desperate for. With strategic patience and focused effort, he levers out the hewn stone that has blocked his passage for days.
The wall begins to give way—hope now has form, weight, and momentum.
🎙️ Topics Covered:
•The cunning improvisation of prison tools
•Dantès’ transformation from despair to ingenuity
•Prison labor, silence, and hidden resistance
•Symbolism of the iron handle as power regained
•The psychological shift from passive to active
Perfect for fans of suspenseful classics, emotional resilience, and the slow burn of a genius escape.
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