# Sinbad the Sailor — The Count of Monte Cristo character guide

> Sinbad the Sailor in The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Sinbad, Signor Sinbad

**First appearance:** 0030-xxxi-italy-sinbad-the-sailor

## Who they are

A mysterious alias used by the Count during his early adventures in Italy.

## In the story

### [XXXI: Italy: Sinbad the Sailor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_count_of_monte_cristo_se/chapters/xxxi-italy-sinbad-the-sailor)

Sinbad is the mysterious host who lives on Monte Cristo. He presents himself as a free and powerful figure, hinting at a past of suffering and a future project involving Paris. His demeanor is both generous and menacing.

### [The Waking](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_count_of_monte_cristo_se/chapters/xxxii-the-waking)

Departs from Monte Cristo on his yacht, waving farewell to Franz; his identity remains mysterious.

### [The Colosseum](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_count_of_monte_cristo_se/chapters/xxxiv-the-colosseum)

Franz associates the name 'Sinbad the Sailor' with the Count of Monte Cristo, recalling his philanthropic exploits.

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