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This handsome 5-volume box set brings together the most celebrated stories featuring the gentleman thief Arsène Lupin, the inspiration for the new Netflix series.Arsène Lupin, criminal mastermind, morally upright thief, and charming gentleman, is one of the most engaging antiheroes in the history of crime fiction. Using nothing more than his wits and his confidence in his own abilities, Lupin relieves the rich of their most prized possessions through an array of elaborate schemes.This collection includes five brilliant titles:• Arsène Lupin: Gentleman-Thief• Arsène Lupin vs Herlock Sholmes• Arsène Lupin: The Hollow Needle• Arsène Lupin: 813• Arsène Lupin: The Crystal Hollow

Title in This Set: 1. Arsène Lupin: Gentleman-Thief 2. Arsène Lupin vs Herlock Sholmes 3. Arsène Lupin: The Hollow Needle 4. Arsène Lupin: 813 5. Arsène Lupin: The Crystal Hollow Description: Arsène Lupin: Gentleman-Thief 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 do they know that Lupin has them exactly where he wants them.. This book features nine astounding adventures of the gentleman thief. Sparkling with wit and filled with elaborate plots and cunning ploys, Lupin's exploits are outrageously entertaining. Arsène Lupin vs Herlock Sholmes 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 will emerge victorious? Arsène Lupin: The Hollow Needle A gunshot echoes in the night. It is widely agreed that the victim was none other than the cunning burglar and master of disguise Arsène Lupin. But could Lupin really be dead? On the same night a document about a royal treasure trove known as the Hollow Needle disappears. High school student and amateur detective Isidore Beautrelet doesn't believe this could be a coincidence - Lupin must be alive and working towards his greatest theft yet. Can Lupin get away with the crime of the century, or will the promising young detective find him first? Arsène Lupin: 813 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 a series of letters to Otto von Bismarck, the former German Chancellor, and a clock featuring the number 813. He is soon drawn into a continent-wide conspiracy, and it will take every ounce of his abilities to solve the mystery while evading the traps laid for him by the police. Arsène Lupin: The Crystal Hollow A new up-and-coming detective, Deputy Daubrecq, is set to make his name by foiling the most devious plots devised by Arsène Lupin. When Lupin attempts to get back at the detective with a cunning plan to rob his villa, things go disastrously wrong His two partners are arrested and face the guillotine, and it is up to Lupin to save them. And Daubrecq is not his only enemy - a vicious blackmailer holds incriminating evidence against him in a crystal stopper. Has the greatest burglar of all time finally met his match?

Titles In This Set : 1. The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin 2. Arsene Lupin versus Herlock Sholmes 3. The Hollow Needle 4. 813 5. The Crystal Stopper 6. The Confessions of Arsène Lupin 7. The Teeth of the Tiger 8 The Golden Triangle Description : The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin Arsène Lupin, the man of a thousand disguises. Whether it's being a chauffeur, detective, bookmaker or Russian physician, there is no limit to what the master thief Arsène Lupin will do to get his way. A friend to the poor and an enemy to the powerful, being arrested means nothing to the master of disguises. Follow the escapades of the beloved gentleman thief, Arsène Lupin, as he confounds and outsmarts those who try to keep him behind bars. Arsene Lupin versus Herlock Sholmes “Sholmes? Oh! I confess he is a worthy foe.” When a writing desk containing a winning lottery ticket goes missing, fingers soon point to gentleman-thief Arsène Lupin. Lupin leaves the French police stumped, so famous English detective Herlock Sholmes and his friend Wilson are called upon to bring Lupin down. Will Sholmes’ wits stand up against the master of disguises? Maurice Leblanc’s beloved Lupin goes head-to-head in a battle of wits against his rival Sholmes in this collection of short stories. The Hollow Needle A tremendous treasure, belonging to the kings … The royal treasure hidden in the Hollow Needle is a legend; the gold of France, battlefield booty and stolen money is believed to be hidden away in a secret location. Gentleman-thief and friend to the poor, Arsène Lupin is eager to solve the mystery of the Hollow Needle and find the treasure within. Up against keen boy detective Isidore Beautrelet, has Maurice Leblanc’s master of disguises finally met his match? 813 “Why should Lupin, who has never resorted to murder, kill a man?” Falsely accused of murder after one of his burglary victims is found dead, gentleman-thief Arsène Lupin is determined to solve the case. However, things are never as they seem and Lupin must juggle pseudonyms, disguises, and mysterious clues, all whilst evading an unknown enemy who wants to bring him down. This collection of short stories showcases the master of disguises at his finest, as he tries to clear his name. The Crystal Stopper “She’s after the crystal stopper too!” When Arsène Lupin’s attempt to rob Deputy Daubrecq goes horribly wrong, his two associates are arrested and sentenced to the guillotine. While attempting to free his friends, Lupin must also dodge a mysterious blackmailer, who has an incriminating document rolled up inside a little crystal stopper. Going up against the ruthless detective Daubrecq and a mysterious blackmailer, master thief Lupin faces his toughest opponents yet. The Confessions of Arsène Lupin “Lupin,” I said, “tell me something about yourself.” Gentleman-thief Arsène Lupin is known as a friend to poor and enemy of the rich. But how did he gain his formidable reputation? This collection of short stories has...

Titles In This Set Gentleman Burglar The Confessions of Arsène Lupin The Crystal Stopper The Eight Strokes Of The Clock The Golden Triangle The Return of Arsène Lupin The Secret of Sarek The Hollow Needle Arsène Lupin VS Herlock Sholmes Arsène Lupin 813 The Teeth Of The Tiger Gentleman Burglar Pitted as the Sherlock Holmes of crime, Arsène Lupin is a suave gentleman rogue who is able to change his disguise so artfully that he can fool people almost effortlessly. His elaborate plans and attention to detail add glamour to the masterful thief. This series of short stories, written by Maurice Leblanc in 1907, is a superb introduction to the capers of the fictional Lupin, paving the way for the popular books that bear his name. The Confessions of Arsène Lupin Arsène Lupin, the enigmatic gentleman thief, is in the mood to confess! Fathom the mind of this wily figure who hatches the most devious and triumphant schemes, through ten thrilling short stories. Lupin conjures the most artful plots to baffle both the police as well as the rogues, running them in pretty circles. His quick and agile mind often leads him to unravelling situations that confound those in law enforcement. A scoundrel he may be, but Lupin's chivalry and honour have led him to many an adventure in the deliverance of the fairer sex, and in acts of charity and compassion. Arsene Lupin's exploits seem to wear an almost supernatural garb. How does he accomplish them? Is it truly something magical? Or is it merely luck? Or is it the brilliance of an incisive mind with the glitter of steel shavings? The Crystal Stopper It all begins with a botched robbery... And Arsene Lupin, the charismatic gentleman burglar, is propelled down the rabbit hole in search of a crystal stopper. Inspired by the Panama Canal Scandal, the gigantic monetary corruption scandal of the 19th century, this absorbing tale is a warren of emotion, exasperation, failure, rage and frustration. Lupin finds himself in the vise-like grip of a mindboggling plot, running against time and luck to save those who are at stake. Pitted against a diabolical villain, Lupin seems precariously perched on a slippery slope towards doom. Will Lupin find a way out of this dangerous maze? Or will this exploit spell the end of this nimble thief and adventurer? The Eight Strokes Of The Clock Lurking in the shadows, within reach of every whisper and every riddle, is a mysterious and inscrutable presence! The bold adventurer is on the road once again, seeking to resolve the bewildering machinations of man. On this journey he is not alone, but accompanied by a comely comrade who shares in the excitement, ecstasy and periisof this hazardous road. It all begins with the eight strokes of a clock, and a  roposition! The eight stories that unfold from this moment will keep the reader on edge with their energy, mounting thrills and the many twists and turns. They will also offer the readera glimpse into the heart of our perplexing hero. But who is he?...

Summary The original novels behind the hit Netflix series! Adventures of a Gentleman Thief: 8 Arsene Lupin Stories by Maurice Leblanc contains eight original full-length novels starring the gentleman thief, in a beautiful box set by Sweet Cherry Publishing. Titles In This Set : 1. The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin 2. Arsene Lupin versus Herlock Sholmes 3. The Hollow Needle 4. 813 5. The Crystal Stopper 6. The Confessions of Arsène Lupin 7. The Teeth of the Tiger 8 The Golden Triangle Description : The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin Arsène Lupin, the man of a thousand disguises. Whether it's being a chauffeur, detective, bookmaker or Russian physician, there is no limit to what the master thief Arsène Lupin will do to get his way. A friend to the poor and an enemy to the powerful, being arrested means nothing to the master of disguises. Follow the escapades of the beloved gentleman thief, Arsène Lupin, as he confounds and outsmarts those who try to keep him behind bars. Arsene Lupin versus Herlock Sholmes “Sholmes? Oh! I confess he is a worthy foe.” When a writing desk containing a winning lottery ticket goes missing, fingers soon point to gentleman-thief Arsène Lupin. Lupin leaves the French police stumped, so famous English detective Herlock Sholmes and his friend Wilson are called upon to bring Lupin down. Will Sholmes’ wits stand up against the master of disguises? Maurice Leblanc’s beloved Lupin goes head-to-head in a battle of wits against his rival Sholmes in this collection of short stories. The Hollow Needle A tremendous treasure, belonging to the kings … The royal treasure hidden in the Hollow Needle is a legend; the gold of France, battlefield booty and stolen money is believed to be hidden away in a secret location. Gentleman-thief and friend to the poor, Arsène Lupin is eager to solve the mystery of the Hollow Needle and find the treasure within. Up against keen boy detective Isidore Beautrelet, has Maurice Leblanc’s master of disguises finally met his match? 813 “Why should Lupin, who has never resorted to murder, kill a man?” Falsely accused of murder after one of his burglary victims is found dead, gentleman-thief Arsène Lupin is determined to solve the case. However, things are never as they seem and Lupin must juggle pseudonyms, disguises, and mysterious clues, all whilst evading an unknown enemy who wants to bring him down. This collection of short stories showcases the master of disguises at his finest, as he tries to clear his name. The Crystal Stopper “She’s after the crystal stopper too!” When Arsène Lupin’s attempt to rob Deputy Daubrecq goes horribly wrong, his two associates are arrested and sentenced to the guillotine. While attempting to free his friends, Lupin must also dodge a mysterious blackmailer, who has an incriminating document rolled up inside a little crystal stopper. Going up against the ruthless detective Daubrecq and a mysterious blackmailer, master thief Lupin faces his toughest...

Titles In This Set: 1) Gentleman Burglar 2) The Confessions of Arsène Lupin 3) The Crystal Stopper 4) The Eight Strokes Of The Clock 5) The Golden Triangle The Return of Arsène Lupin 6) The Secret of Sarek 7) The Hollow Needle 8) Arsène Lupin VS Herlock Sholmes 9) Arsène Lupin 813 10) The Teeth Of The Tiger Description : Gentleman Burglar Pitted as the Sherlock Holmes of crime, Arsène Lupin is a suave gentleman rogue who is able to change his disguise so artfully that he can fool people almost effortlessly. His elaborate plans and attention to detail add glamour to the masterful thief. This series of short stories, written by Maurice Leblanc in 1907, is a superb introduction to the capers of the fictional Lupin, paving the way for the popular books that bear his name. The Confessions of Arsène Lupin Arsène Lupin, the enigmatic gentleman thief, is in the mood to confess! Fathom the mind of this wily figure who hatches the most devious and triumphant schemes, through ten thrilling short stories. Lupin conjures the most artful plots to baffle both the police as well as the rogues, running them in pretty circles. His quick and agile mind often leads him to unravelling situations that confound those in law enforcement. A scoundrel he may be, but Lupin's chivalry and honour have led him to many an adventure in the deliverance of the fairer sex, and in acts of charity and compassion. Arsene Lupin's exploits seem to wear an almost supernatural garb. How does he accomplish them? Is it truly something magical? Or is it merely luck? Or is it the brilliance of an incisive mind with the glitter of steel shavings? The Crystal Stopper It all begins with a botched robbery... And Arsene Lupin, the charismatic gentleman burglar, is propelled down the rabbit hole in search of a crystal stopper. Inspired by the Panama Canal Scandal, the gigantic monetary corruption scandal of the 19th century, this absorbing tale is a warren of emotion, exasperation, failure, rage and frustration. Lupin finds himself in the vise-like grip of a mindboggling plot, running against time and luck to save those who are at stake. Pitted against a diabolical villain, Lupin seems precariously perched on a slippery slope towards doom. Will Lupin find a way out of this dangerous maze? Or will this exploit spell the end of this nimble thief and adventurer? The Eight Strokes Of The Clock Lurking in the shadows, within reach of every whisper and every riddle, is a mysterious and inscrutable presence! The bold adventurer is on the road once again, seeking to resolve the bewildering machinations of man. On this journey he is not alone, but accompanied by a comely comrade who shares in the excitement, ecstasy and periis of this hazardous road. It all begins with the eight strokes of a clock, and a roposition! The eight stories that unfold from this moment will keep the reader on edge with their energy, mounting thrills and the many twists and turns. They will also offer the reader a glimpse into the...