An Arsene Lupin Omnibus/Maurice Leblanc

Enter Arsene Lupin, Gentleman - Cambrioleur, the 'Prince of Thieves', one of the
most daring and dashing individuals who ever lifted a diamond necklace from under
the noses of the authorities. Young and handsome, laughing his way through difficulties
and danger, Lupin is also the master of disguise and languages. His sense of humour
and conceit make life difficult for the police who attribute most of the major crimes
in France to Lupin and his gang of ruffians and urchins.

Maurice Leblanc's stories are lively and witty, occasionally taking
on the air of burlesque, especially when Lupin pits his wits against the English
detective named variously 'Holmlock Shears' and 'Herlock Sholmes' These are significant
tales in the history of crime fiction but, more importantly, they are great fun.