Maurice Leblanc
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Arsène Lupin is a gentleman thief, master of disguise and a detective, often described as a French counterpart to Arthur Conan Doyle's creation Sherlock Holmes.
This collection includes his most famous cases, deeds and adventures:
Contents:
The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman Burglar
The Arrest of Arsène Lupin
Arsène Lupin in Prison
The Escape of Arsène Lupin
The Mysterious Traveller
The Queen's Necklace
The Seven of Hearts
Madame...
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Two brilliant minds face off in this thrilling adventure.
As Lupin's exploits grow ever more daring, the French authorities begin searching for an edge in their battle against the world's greatest thief. They find one in the unparalleled British detective, 'Herlock Sholmes'.
With his brilliant powers of observation and unmatched intuition, Sholmes poses the largest threat Lupin has seen to date. When these two minds engage in a battle of wits, who...
Author
Language
English
Description
Arsène Lupin is a gentleman thief, master of disguise and a detective, often described as a French counterpart to Arthur Conan Doyle's creation Sherlock Holmes.
This collection includes his most famous cases, deeds and adventures:
Contents:
The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman Burglar
The Arrest of Arsène Lupin
Arsène Lupin in Prison
The Escape of Arsène Lupin
The Mysterious Traveller
The Queen's Necklace
The Seven of Hearts
Madame...
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Français
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Ce livre est la fin d'une histoire passionnante commencée avec le roman de Maurice Leblanc «La Comtesse de Cagliostro». C'est une histoire o se mêlent l'amour et l'haine et o se retrouvent des fantmes du passé à travers la Cagliostro. Arsène Lupin doit se surpasser pour éviter la vengance haineuse qui le chasse! Alors, combien de difficultés la destinée prépare pour lui? Est-il assez fort pour les surmonter?
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Set against the backdrop of the vibrant and alluring Parisian landscape, the narrative unfolds with an air of mystery and sophistication. Arsène Lupin, the dashing gentleman thief, takes center stage, captivating readers with his magnetic charm and unparalleled wit. Leblanc paints a vivid portrait of Lupin as he navigates the intricate web of high society, seamlessly blending into the opulent salons while orchestrating daring heists that leave even...
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As wounded veterans face new dangers and old grudges, it will take a gentleman thief to save the day, in this mystery set in WWI Paris.
Capt. Patrice Beval knows very little about Coralie, the volunteer nurse who saved his life. All he knows is that he loves her-and that her life is in danger. With the help of his fellow injured veterans, he vows to keep her safe. But who will protect him from men who will stop at nothing to get what they want? And...
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'Arsène Lupin has taken his place in public estimation with Sherlock Holmes and other universally admired heroes of fictional crime.' - The New York Times
When one of Lupin's victims, a millionaire diamond collector, turns up dead in a Paris hotel room, the gentleman thief becomes the prime suspect. Determined to prove his innocence, he begins to search for the real killer.
The criminal-turned-detective uncovers a number of mysterious clues, including...
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Deutsch
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Arsène Lupin gegen Herlock Sholmes enthält zwei ungewöhnlich heitere Geschichten über den trickreichen Meisterdieb und seinen scharfsinnigen englischen Gegenspieler. Maurice Leblanc festigte mit den beiden erstmals 1906/07 erschienenen Fortsetzungsromanen seinen Ruhm als französischer Conan Doyle. Schon fünf Jahre später wurden sie in Deutschland als Stummfilmserie in fünf Teilen verfilmt.
In der ersten Geschichte stiehlt Lupin einen antiken...
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'Lupin follows me everywhere. He is not my shadow. I am his shadow.' - Maurice Leblanc
In his first appearance, Leblanc's charming burglar, Arsène Lupin, finds himself behind bars as the police congratulate themselves on capturing the notorious criminal. But little did they know that Lupin had them exactly where he wanted them...
This book features nine astounding adventures of the gentleman thief. Sparkling with wit and filled with elaborate plots...
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Taking inspiration from the infamous Panama scandals of 1892 and 1893-the biggest corruption bust of the nineteenth century-and Edgar Allan Poe's short story "The Purloined Letter," Leblanc hurls Arsène Lupin headlong into a high stakes quest for the truth that threatens his honor and his life.
Two of Lupin's accomplices are present during a burglary at the home of Deputy Daubrecq. One is guilty and the other innocent but both will be sentenced...
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On a transatlantic voyage, Europe's greatest criminal plots a daring caper The ship is several days out to sea when the telegram comes through with a warning that among the passengers is a disguised criminal: the fearsome Arsène Lupin. For months, Paris society has quaked at the name of the gentleman thief, whose manners are kind, whose tastes are exquisite, and who steals only from the best. When Lupin is spotted aboard the boat, his scandalous...
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This anthology features the first four of Maurice Leblanc's classic book series about the ultimate gentleman thief, Arsène Lupin!
Set in 20th century France, this series follows the enigmatic outlaw Lupin as he outwits the police, solves complex puzzles and steals priceless treasures. A charming and trustworthy personality, he utilizes many disguises to manipulate the rich and hoodwink the police. Follow him as he pulls off elaborate heists and...