The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin Gentleman-Burglar

Arsène Lupin is an audacious crook who using his powers of deduction commits untraceable crimes. Witty cunning and endlessly charming follow Lupins colourful adventures as he rights the richs wrongs and gives back to the poor.In a charming combination of Sherlock Holmes and Robin Hood Maurice Leblanc puts a French twist on these timeless tales. The titular character Arsène Lupin is a mischievous gentleman with an unlimited number of disguises at his disposal. His cleverness finesse and incredible foresight make him an exceptional criminal while his wit and humour are utterly charming.First published in 1905 this short story collection contains the first eight tales in Arsènes adventure series: - The Arrest of Arsène Lupin - Arsène Lupin in Prison - The Escape of Arsène Lupin - The Mysterious Traveller - The Queens Necklace - The Seven of Hearts - Madame Imberts Safe - The Black Pearl - Sherlock Holmes Arrives Too Late Proudly republished by Read & Co. Classics The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin Gentleman-Burglar is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and lovers of Sherlock Holmes.