Arsene Lupin Gentleman Burglar (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781432610326)

Arsene Lupin Gentleman Burglar is a classic novel written by French author Maurice Leblanc. The book follows the adventures of the charming and cunning thief Arsene Lupin, who is known for his daring heists and his ability to outsmart the police. Lupin is a master of disguise and deception, and he uses his skills to steal valuable treasures from the wealthy and powerful. However, Lupin also has a sense of honor, and he often uses his ill-gotten gains to help those in need. The novel is a thrilling and entertaining tale of crime and adventure, full of plot twists, suspense, and humor. It is a must-read for fans of mystery and detective fiction, and a timeless classic that has inspired countless adaptations and imitators over the years.1910. Leblanc is the French author and journalist known as the creator of Arsene Lupin, French gentleman-thief turned detective, who is featured in more than 60 of Leblanc's crime novels and short stories. The book begins: It was a strange ending to a voyage that had commenced in a most auspicious manner. The transatlantic steamship La Provence was a swift and comfortable vessel, under the command of a most affable man. The passengers constituted a select and delightful society. The charm of new acquaintances and improvised amusements served to make the time pass agreeably. We enjoyed the pleasant sensation of being separated from the world, living, as it were, upon an unknown island, and consequently obliged to be sociable with each other. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Maurice LeBlanc
ISBN-10: 1432610325
ISBN-13: 9781432610326
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/26/2004
Pages: 312
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d