
Eight Strokes of the Clock
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The Eight Strokes of the Clock, a captivating collection of eight short stories from the prolific Maurice Leblanc, features the enigmatic Arsène Lupin, a gentleman thief with a penchant for the extraordinary. As Serge Rénine, Lupin embarks on a journey with a young woman, using his cunning and wit to unravel a series of perplexing mysteries along the way. Each tale showcases Lupin's brilliance, his ability to outsmart his adversaries, and his unwavering determination to achieve his goals. Set against the backdrop of various locations, the stories are tied together by a common thread, revealing the depths of Lupin's character and his complex relationship with the woman he seeks to win over.Book Details
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Maurice Leblanc
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Maurice Marie Émile Leblanc was a French novelist and writer of short stories, known primarily as the creator of the fictional gentleman thief and detective Arsène Lupin, often described...
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