Dumas's classic adventure tale of the hot-headed young D'Artagnan, who wishes to join the King's Musketeers. Deceit and intrigue follow, as D'Artagnan, along with the three respected Musketeers: Athos, Porthos and Aramis, uncover the evil Cardinal Richelieu's plot to engulf Europe in war. Classics Illustrated tells this wonderful tale in colourful comic strip form, offering an excellent introduction for younger readers. This edition also includes a biography of Alexandre Dumas and study questions, which can be used both in the classroom and at home to further engage the reader in the story.