The Hollow Needle the Hollow Needle (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161466225)

The Hollow Needle is a mystery novel written by French author Maurice Leblanc. The book is part of the Ars�����ne Lupin series, featuring the gentleman thief Ars�����ne Lupin as the protagonist. The story is set in France and follows Lupin as he attempts to solve the mystery of the Hollow Needle, a legendary weapon that is said to have belonged to the kings of France. The needle is believed to hold the key to a vast treasure that has been hidden for centuries.The story begins with a series of mysterious murders that take place in Paris. Lupin is intrigued by the case and starts investigating. He soon discovers that the murders are linked to the Hollow Needle and the treasure it is said to guard. Lupin sets out to find the needle and the treasure, but he is not the only one on the hunt. A rival thief, Isidore Beautrelet, is also searching for the needle, and the two engage in a thrilling game of cat and mouse.As Lupin delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a web of secrets and intrigue that leads him to an unexpected conclusion. The Hollow Needle is a fast-paced and thrilling novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Leblanc's masterful storytelling and clever plot twists make this book a must-read for fans of mystery and suspense.Beautrelet's resolve was soon taken: he would act alone. To inform the police was too dangerous. Apart from the fact that he could only offer presumptions, he dreaded the slowness of the police, their inevitable indiscretions, the whole preliminary inquiry, during which Lupin, who was sure to be warned, would have time to effect a retreat in good order.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: 1161466223
ISBN-13: 9781161466225
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 218
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.32lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.56d