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Lord Lister No. 0038: Een Museumdiefstal

By Kurt Matull
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An aristocratic master thief escapes to Italy for respite but adopts an alias and becomes involved in a museum crisis when a director summons a famed detective to investigate the replacement of a prized Madonna painting. The narrative follows the thief's arrival in Florence, the crowded galleries, and the director's alarm at an audacious art deception, tracing the methods, rivalries, and sleights that surround a high-profile museum theft while exploring themes of identity, cleverness, and the tension between public reverence for art and private criminal cunning.

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Kurt Matull

Kurt Matull was a prolific author known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature, particularly in the genres of adventure and mystery. He is best recognized for his series featuring the character Lord Lister, which includes titles such as "Lord Lister No. 0001: De Groote Onbekende" and "Lord Lister No. 0002: De straf van den juweelenvervalscher." Matull's works often blend thrilling plots with elements of intrigue, reflecting the popular literary styles of his time. His storytelling captures the imagination of readers, making him a notable figure in the literary heritage of his era.

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