Maigret's Pickpocket

Inspector Maigret #66
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Maigret's Pickpocket by Georges Simenon follows the story of Detective Maigret, who becomes intrigued when his wallet is deftly stolen by a pickpocket. As Maigret starts investigating, he uncovers a complicated web involving the pickpocket's personal struggles and a wider mystery. The novel unravels with Maigret's characteristic patience and insight as he navigates the criminal underworld and explores the themes of crime and morality.
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You might enjoy this intriguing mystery if you love tales of clever detectives unravelling complex cases, woven with rich atmospheric details of Parisian life. This book may appeal to you if you appreciate psychological depth and character-driven narratives in crime fiction.

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Maigret's Pickpocket

"First published in French as Le voleur de Maigret by Presses de la CitΓ’e [in] 1967" -- title page verso

Inspector Maigret falls victim to a pickpocket and is drawn into a peculiar incident.

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Maigret's Pickpocket is an intriguing tale where Inspector Maigret himself falls victim to a curious incident involving a pickpocket.

The story begins when a pickpocket steals Maigret's wallet, only to return it the next day with the unusual condition that Maigret visits the thief's apartment. Intrigued, Maigret complies, leading him to the unexpected discovery of the thief's dead wife.

This encounter pulls Maigret into a complex and extraordinary murder case, challenging his investigative skills as he navigates the peculiar circumstances surrounding the victim and the thief.

Series: Inspector Maigret

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The Guardian praises Simenon as one of the greatest twentieth-century writers, noting his skill in engaging readers while exploring deeper psychological insights. The Independent highlights his exceptional storytelling, marked by unforgettable vividness. The Observer describes him as an addictive storyteller, unique in his narrative style.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241304174

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 April 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Translated by SiΓ’n Reynolds
  • Translated by SiΓ’n Reynolds

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 147g

Pages: 192

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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