The Confessions of Arsène Lupin · Theme
Crime and Punishment
How The Confessions of Arsène Lupin develops Crime and Punishment.
The book explores the cat-and-mouse game between Lupin and the police (especially Ganimard), with crimes ranging from theft to murder, and punishments that are often ironic or incomplete, reflecting a world where clever criminals evade traditional justice.
Where it surfaces
- I: Two Hundred Thousand Francs Reward!…
The chapter revolves around Lupin's accusation of murder and his attempt to extort money, highlighting criminal acts and their consequences.
- The Infernal Trap
Mme. Dugrival seeks revenge for her husband's death and uses criminal methods to extort money from Lupin.
- V: The Red Silk Scarf
The murder of Jenny Saphir and the pursuit of the criminal drive the plot, exploring the nature of crime and the quest for justice.
- The Invisible Prisoner
The theft and assault are investigated, but Lupin's clever crime goes unpunished.
- Edith Swan-Neck
The theft and associated murder spark public outrage, demanding justice and punishment for Lupin.