Arsène Lupin and the Countess of Cagliostro

A novel about the beginnings of the famous gentleman burglar, adapted for learning!

In his series of novels, The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Maurice Leblanc created the character of a brilliant gentleman burglar, a charming womaniser and a passionate adventurer. But how did the famous thief's career begin? What events at the start of his life’s journey ultimately led the young man down a path of crime? And what role did his encounter with the mysterious but beautiful Countess Cagliostro play in all this?

You will find the answers to these questions in this book. The publication offers a simplified version of the novel, intended for lower-intermediate French students (A2–B1 according to the CEFR for languages). Not only will you understand the reasons why the likeable adventurer becomes a feared burglar, but you will also get to practise your French.

What you'll find in the book:

• The abridged and adapted novel in its original language,
• A parallel Czech translation,
• Commentary on grammatical and lexical points that appear in the text,
• Notes on French cultural references.

The book is accompanied by an MP3 recording of the entire novel narrated by a native speaker.