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Maigret and the Lazy Burglar

Inspector Maigret #57
By Georges Simenon
Series: Inspector Maigret
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Maigret and the Lazy Burglar by Georges Simenon follows Detective Maigret as he investigates the murder of a seemingly insignificant thief. Through careful examination, Maigret unveils hidden aspects of the burglar's life, pondering over the intertwining of petty crime and larger mysteries. As Maigret delves deeper, he discovers unexpected connections that challenge societal norms, revealing the human stories behind crime.
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This gripping crime novel may appeal to you if you're drawn to intricate detective stories where a seasoned inspector unravels the mystery behind crimes that defy easy explanation. Set against the fascinating backdrop of mid-20th-century France, the story explores themes of justice and morality, all wrapped in a suspenseful and engaging narrative.

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Maigret and the Lazy Burglar

First published in French as Maigret et le voleur paresseux by Presses la Citâe, 1961.

Maigret is determined to track down the murderer of a burglar who he had known for thirty years.

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Maigret and the Lazy Burglar features Maigret's relentless pursuit of justice as he tracks down the murderer of a burglar he had known for thirty years.

Set against a high-profile hunt for the latest criminal gang to hit Paris, Maigret is determined to uncover the truth behind the death of a quiet crook for whom he cannot help feeling affection and respect.

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Maigret and the Lazy Burglar by Georges Simenon is often celebrated for its timeless quality and atmospheric portrayal of Parisian life, akin to the city's own ageless charm. Critics praise Simenon's ability to delve into human nature with sparing yet vivid storytelling. The novel's gripping narrative and the character of Maigret lend to its enduring appeal, placing it among the literary pantheon alongside iconic detectives like Holmes and Poirot.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241303917

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 July 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Translated by Howard Curtis
  • Translated by Howard Curtis

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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