"The collection of the classic French detective includes the works of three recognized masters of this genre: Emile Gaborio (1832-1873) "The Case of the Widow Lerouge" (1868), Gaston Leroux (1868-1927) "Spirits of the Lady in Black" (1909) and stories Maurice LeBlanc (1874-1941). All works are distinguished by a clearly expressed democratic orientation, give a wide panorama of the social and social life of the second half of the XIX century. - beginning of the XX century. Masterfully constructed intrigue, fascinating manner of narration keep the reader in unrelenting tension. Addressed to a wide range of readers. "Content: From Lecoq to Lupin. V. Balakhonov.E. Gaborio. The case of the widow Lerouge. Translation by E. Baevskaya and L. Tsyvyan. G. Leroux. Perfume Ladies in Black. Translation by I. Rusetsky. M. LeBlanc. Arsene Lupin is a gentleman burglar. Translation by N. Bordovsky.