Editing Vice and Steel (section)

===Novels===

''Scaramouche – A Romance of the French Revolution'' by Rafael Sabatini: A book about passion, paternity, acting troupes, and the horror and glory of the French Revolution. The [http://www.blackmask.com/olbooks/scmshdex.htm complete text] is available online.

''The Count of Monte Cristo'' by Alexandre Dumas: The classic novel of friendship sacrificed for passion, the choice between revenge and honor, and the horrible choices we make in search of what we think matters. The [http://www.blackmask.com/books83c/crstodex.htm complete text] is available online. In addition there are several movie versions of the work, including a very decent 2002 version starring James Caviezel.

''The Man in the Iron Mask'' by Alexandre Dumas: The end of the Three Musketeers, a story of passion, crowns, and divided loyalty. The [http://www.blackmask.com/books116c/ironmdex.htm complete text] is available online.  There are also several movie versions available, from the classic 1939 James Whale version to the 1998 version with the inestimable John Malkovich. The newer version is not quite as good as the classic, but does draw out the ways in which conflicting passions lead to death and dishonor.  

''Prince of Foxes'' by Samuel Shellabarger: A peasant boy who will rise to glory, no matter what. Cesare Borgia employs him. Shake well, server with adventure.