The Lost Casket (1881)

by Fortuné du Boisgobey

Book Overview

The Lost Casket is a novel written by French author F. De Boisgobey and was first published in 1881. The book is a thrilling mystery that follows the story of a young woman named Marie who is left a mysterious casket by her late father. The casket contains a secret that could change her life forever, but she soon discovers that it has been stolen. With the help of a detective named Monsieur Lecoq, Marie sets out on a dangerous journey to find the casket and uncover the truth behind her father's death. Along the way, she faces many obstacles and dangers, including a gang of thieves and a sinister plot to frame her for a crime she did not commit.The Lost Casket is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, filled with unexpected twists and turns. It is a classic example of French detective fiction and is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.Translated From La Main Coupee Of F. De Boisgobey.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165133466
• ISBN13: 9781165133468
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 548 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"