
Inspector Maigret
Series byDive 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