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Maigret in Court

Inspector Maigret #55
By Georges Simenon
Series: Inspector Maigret
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Maigret in Court by Georges Simenon is a gripping crime and thriller novel where Inspector Maigret navigates the complexities of a courtroom setting. The story unfolds around Maigret's investigation, which leads him to unexpected revelations during a tense trial. This tale blends classic detective work with courtroom drama, showcasing Maigret's depth and intuition.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy classic crime and thriller tales centred around an astute detective with a keen sense of justice. You'll find the courtroom drama intriguing as it delves into the complexities of human nature and moral dilemmas. The narrative combines gripping suspense with emotional depth, making it a compelling read for fans of psychological and procedural mysteries.

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Maigret in Court

First published in French as Maigret aux assises by Presses la Citâe, 1960.

Maigret is called to testify in court and reveals his doubts on the guilt of the accused.

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Maigret in Court sees Maigret called to testify in court, where he reveals his doubts about the guilt of the accused.

Maigret receives an anonymous phone call concerning the brutal murder of a woman and a young child. The tip-off points to the woman's nephew, a mild-mannered man by the name of Gaston Meurant. Maigret, however, remains unconvinced of the man's guilt.

During the trial, Maigret exposes some shocking truths about Meurant's private life that may prove his innocence.

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Maigret in Court by Georges Simenon is widely praised as a masterpiece of crime and thriller literature, reflecting the author's reputation as one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. Critics laud Simenon for his ability to absorb readers in the story while offering deep insights into human nature. This work is noted for its timeless setting and vivid, atmospheric writing, firmly placing Maigret alongside legendary detectives like Holmes and Poirot.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141985916

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 May 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Translated by Ros Schwartz
  • Translated by Ros Schwartz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 123g

Pages: 160

Collections

Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Georges Simenon Literary Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Police Procedural Series: Inspector Maigret

About the Author

Georges Simenon (Author) Georges Simenon was born in Li ge, Belgium, in 1903. He is best known in Britain as the author of the Maigret novels and his prolific output of over 400 novels and short stories have made him a household name in continental Europe. He died in 1989 in Lausanne, Switzerland, where he had lived for the latter part of his life.

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