Inspector Maigret

Inspector Maigret

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Dive into the gripping world of Georges Simenon's Inspector Maigret, where the brilliant, pipe-smoking French detective blends intuition and method to unravel intricate mysteries across Europe, captivating readers with the deep psychological insight and atmospheric storytelling that defines this timeless detective fiction series.

Step into the world of Parisian intrigue and human complexity with the iconic Inspector Maigret series, where every murder tells a story deeper than the crime itself. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of France in the mid-20th century, these tales unravel the mysteries of human nature from bustling cafés to shadowy back alleys, painting a vivid portrait of a society grappling with its secrets. At the heart of it all is Inspector Jules Amedee Francois Maigret, a dedicated detective known for his patient, methodical approach and unparalleled intuition. Motivated by a deep sense of justice and an understanding that people are shaped by their circumstances, Maigret delves into the psyche of both the damned and the innocent. His encounters reveal not just the truth behind each crime but the frailty and resilience of the human spirit. In each gripping installment, Maigret faces formidable challenges—from enigmatic figures like the titular "Lett" to haunted aristocrats, rogue sailors, and unyielding tavern ghosts. Each case challenges his powers of deduction and forces him to confront the unsettling moral ambiguities of his world. Themes of isolation, class disparity, and the search for identity echo throughout the series, keeping readers captivated by the nuanced exploration of crime and its ripple effects on society. With its rich language and compelling landscapes, the Inspector Maigret series invites you to unravel the intricate threads of suspense and intrigue. Will you join Maigret as he journeys through the shadows of Paris, piecing together enigmas woven into the fabric of everyday life? The hunt for answers awaits—dare to take the plunge into the mysteries of Maigret’s world.

Books in this Series

Inspector Maigret

Maigret and the Enigmatic Lett / Pietr the Latvian

Published in 1931

Maigret Meets a Milord / The Carter of 'La Providence'

Published in 1931

The Death of Monsieur Gallet / The Late Monsieur Gallet / Maigret Stonewalled

Published in 1931

The Hanged Man of Saint-Pholien / The Crime of Inspector Maigret / Maigret and the Hundred Gibbets

Published in 1931

A Battle of Nerves/ A Man's Head / Maigret Bides His Time / The Patience of Maigret / Maigret's Patience

Published in 1931

The Yellow Dog / Maigret and the Concarneau Murders

Published in 1931

Maigret at the Crossroads / The Night at the Crossroads

Published in 1931

Maigret in Holland/ A Crime in Holland

Published in 1931

The Sailors' Rendezvous / Maigret Answers a Plea / The Grand Banks Cafe

Published in 1931

The Dancer at the Gai-Moulin / Maigret at the Gai-Moulin

Published in 1931

Maigret and the Tavern by the Seine / The Two-Penny Bar

Published in 1931

The Shadow Puppet / Maigret Mystified

Published in 1932

Maigret Goes Home / The Saint-Fiacre Affair / Maigret on Home Ground / Maigret and the Countess

Published in 1932

Maigret and the Flemish Shop / The Flemish House

Published in 1932

Maigret and the Death of a Harbor-Master / Misty Harbour / Maigret and Monsieur Labbe

Published in 1932

The Madman of Bergerac

Published in 1932

Liberty Bar / Maigret on the Riviera

Published in 1932

Lock No. 1 / The Lock at Charenton

Published in 1933

Maigret / Maigret Returns

Published in 1934

The Cellars of the Majestic / Maigret and the Hotel Majestic

Published in 1942

The Judge's House / Maigret in Exile

Published in 1942

Maigret and the Spinster / Cécile is Dead

Published in 1942

Maigret and the Fortuneteller / To Any Lengths / Signed, Picpus

Published in 1944

Félicie / Maigret and the Toy Village

Published in 1944

Inspector Cadaver / Maigret's Rival

Published in 1944

Maigret Gets Angry / Maigret in Retirement

Published in 1947

Maigret in New York / Maigret in New York's Underworld

Published in 1947

Maigret's Holiday / A Summer Holiday / No Vacation for Maigret

Published in 1948

Maigret's Dead Man / Maigret's Special Murder

Published in 1948

Maigret's First Case

Published in 1949

My Friend Maigret / The Methods of Maigret

Published in 1949

Maigret at the Coroner's / Maigret and the Coroner

Published in 1949

Maigret and the Old Lady

Published in 1950

Madame Maigret's Own Case / The Friend of Madame Maigret / Madame Maigret's Friend

Published in 1950

Maigret's Memoirs

Published in 1951

Maigret in Montmartre / Maigret and the Strangled Stripper / Maigret at Picratt's

Published in 1951

Maigret Takes a Room / Maigret Rents a Room

Published in 1951

Maigret and the Burglar's Wife / Maigret and the Tall Woman

Published in 1951

Maigret and the Gangsters / Inspector Maigret and the Killers / Maigret, Lognon and the Gangsters

Published in 1952

Maigret's Revolver

Published in 1952

Maigret and the Man on the Bench / Maigret and the Man on the Boulevard

Published in 1953

Maigret Afraid / Maigret Is Afraid

Published in 1953

Maigret's Mistake

Published in 1953

Maigret Goes to School

Published in 1954

Maigret and the Calame Report / Maigret and the Minister

Published in 1954

Maigret and the Dead Girl / Maigret and the Young Girl

Published in 1954

Maigret and the Headless Corpse

Published in 1955

Maigret Sets a Trap

Published in 1955

Maigret's Failure

Published in 1956

Maigret Enjoys Himself / Maigret's Little Joke / None of Maigret's Business

Published in 1957

Maigret Travels / Maigret and the Millionaires

Published in 1958

Maigret Has Scruples / Maigret's Doubts

Published in 1958

Maigret and the Reluctant Witnesses

Published in 1959

Maigret's Secret / Maigret Has Doubts

Published in 1959

Maigret in Court

Published in 1960

Maigret and the Old People / Maigret in Society

Published in 1960

Maigret and the Idle Burglar / Maigret and the Lazy Burglar

Published in 1961

Maigret and the Black Sheep / Maigret and the Good People of Montparnasse

Published in 1962

Maigret and the Saturday Caller

Published in 1962

Maigret and the Tramp / Maigret and the Dosser / Maigret and the Bum

Published in 1963

Maigret's Fury / Maigret Loses His Temper / Maigret's Anger

Published in 1963

Maigret and the Ghost / Maigret and the Apparition

Published in 1964

Maigret on the Defensive / Maigret Holds His Own / Maigret Defends Himself

Published in 1964

Maigret and the Nahour Case

Published in 1966

Maigret and the Pickpocket / Maigret's Pickpocket

Published in 1967

Maigret in Vichy / Maigret Takes the Waters

Published in 1968

Maigret Hesitates

Published in 1968

Maigret's Boyhood Friend / Maigret's Childhood Friend

Published in 1968

Maigret and the Killer

Published in 1969

Maigret and the Wine Merchant

Published in 1970

Maigret and the Madwoman / Maigret's Madwoman

Published in 1970

Maigret and the Loner

Published in 1971

Maigret and the Informer / Maigret and the Flea

Published in 1972

Maigret and Monsieur Charles

Published in 1973

Inspector Maigret Short Story Collections

Maigret's Pipe: Seventeen Stories

Published in 1945

Maigret et les petit cochons sans queue

Published in 1950

Maigret's Christmas

Published in 1976

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