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Maigret and Monsieur Charles

Inspector Maigret #75
By Georges Simenon
Series: Inspector Maigret
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Maigret and Monsieur Charles by Georges Simenon follows Inspector Maigret as he investigates the disappearance of a respected lawyer, Monsieur Charles. The case leads him through the hidden layers of Parisian society, revealing secrets and surprising relationships that challenge his detective skills and uncover truths about those involved. It's a gripping exploration of human nature wrapped in a compelling mystery narrative.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by classic detective stories brimming with vivid character studies and atmospheric settings. The narrative delves into a puzzling disappearance with a detective who uses his unique intuition to unravel complex human motives. Fans of psychological depth and keen observational skills in a seasoned investigator will find this compelling.

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Maigret and Monsieur Charles

Originally published as Maigret et Monsieur Charles, by Presses de la Citâe in 1972.

The last novel in Simenon's celebrated series.

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The last novel in Simenon's celebrated series

When an elegant but nervous woman appears in Inspector Maigret's office and reports her rich and successful husband missing, Maigret and Lapointe find themselves on the trail of a man leading a double life— a prominent Parisian solicitor by day, a playboy known as Monsieur Charles by night.

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Maigret and Monsieur Charles is praised as part of Simenon's captivating detective series, widely celebrated for its atmospheric setting and intricate character studies. Reviewers commend Simenon's ability to delve deeply into human behaviour, with Inspector Maigret unravelling secrets through keen psychological insight rather than traditional detective methods. The series is hailed for its rich portrayal of mid-20th century Paris, with Simenon noted for his literary prowess and the engaging, timeless allure of the Maigret novels.

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ISBN: 9780241304419

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 January 2020

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: 134g

Pages: 176

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

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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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