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Discover the captivating world of 'Maigret Takes A Room', featuring the legendary detective Maigret as he navigates the intricate web of crime and human emotions. This compelling mystery, published by Penguin UK, is part of the acclaimed Maigret series, showcasing Simenon's exceptional storytelling. In this thrilling narrative, Maigret checks into a charming Paris boarding house after one of his top inspectors is tragically shot. His investigation unfolds in the atmospheric settings of 176 pages, beautifully crafted in a B-format paperback edition. Ideal for fans of classic detective novels and newcomers alike, this book explores deep themes of irony, deception, and human psychology. With insightful prose and engaging characterization, 'Maigret Takes A Room' is a must-read for anyone passionate about crime fiction. Get your copy today and dive into the mind of one of the greatest detectives in literary history. Perfect for book clubs or personal reading, this title appeals to avid readers seeking engrossing mysteries. Order now and unravel the clues with Maigret! Fast shipping options available across New Zealand, ensuring you receive your brand new book promptly. The ISBN for this paperback edition is 9780241206843, published in 2017. Don't miss out on adding this gem to your collection of classic mysteries.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241206843
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2017
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 176
Description:
When one of his best inspectors is shot, Maigret decides to book himself into Mademoiselle Clement's well-kept Paris boarding house nearby in order to find the culprit.
When one of his best inspectors is shot, Maigret decides to book himself into Mademoiselle Clement's well-kept Paris boarding house nearby in order to find the culprit.
'What he thought he had discovered, in place of the joyful candour that she usually displayed, was an irony which was neither less cheerful nor less childish, but which troubled him ... He wondered now if his exultation wasn't down to the fact that she was playing a part, not just to deceive him, not just to hide something from him, but for the pleasure of acting a part'
Penguin is publishing the entire series of Maigret novels in new translations.
'His artistry is supreme' John Banville
'One of the greatest writers of the twentieth century . . . Simenon was unequalled at making us look inside, though the ability was masked by his brilliance at absorbing us obsessively in his stories' Guardian
'A supreme writer . . . unforgettable vividness' Independent
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241206843
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2017
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 176
Description:
When one of his best inspectors is shot, Maigret decides to book himself into Mademoiselle Clement's well-kept Paris boarding house nearby in order to find the culprit.
When one of his best inspectors is shot, Maigret decides to book himself into Mademoiselle Clement's well-kept Paris boarding house nearby in order to find the culprit.
'What he thought he had discovered, in place of the joyful candour that she usually displayed, was an irony which was neither less cheerful nor less childish, but which troubled him ... He wondered now if his exultation wasn't down to the fact that she was playing a part, not just to deceive him, not just to hide something from him, but for the pleasure of acting a part'
Penguin is publishing the entire series of Maigret novels in new translations.
'His artistry is supreme' John Banville
'One of the greatest writers of the twentieth century . . . Simenon was unequalled at making us look inside, though the ability was masked by his brilliance at absorbing us obsessively in his stories' Guardian
'A supreme writer . . . unforgettable vividness' Independent