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Maigret's Childhood Friend

Inspector Maigret #69
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Maigret's Childhood Friend by Georges Simenon is a gripping tale in the Crime & Thriller genre. The story follows Inspector Maigret as he is unexpectedly visited by an old schoolmate who is entangled in a complicated murder case. As Maigret navigates the investigation, he must untangle personal memories and professional duties, ultimately confronting issues of trust and loyalty.
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Maigret's Childhood Friend

"First published in serial, as L'Ami d'enfance de Maigret, in Le Figaro 1968."--Title page verso.

A visit from an old school-friend leads Maigret to a murderous affair.

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A visit from an old school-friend leads Maigret to a murderous affair.

When a long lost friend pays a visit to Maigret's office, he is shocked to learn that the man's roommate has been murdered. With the help of his old friend, Maigret delves into the life of the victim and finds a complex web of relationships that leads him to the culprit.

Maigret's Childhood Friend masterfully combines mystery and nostalgia, as Maigret navigates through layers of past emotions to solve the intricate case.

Series: Inspector Maigret

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Georges Simenon, hailed as one of the twentieth century's greatest writers, masterfully draws readers into his stories while subtly encouraging introspection. His storytelling is celebrated for its vividness and addictive quality, establishing him as a unique and memorable narrator.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241304235

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 July 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Translated by Shaun Whiteside
  • Translated by Shaun Whiteside

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 145g

Pages: 192

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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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