'The father of contemporary European detective fiction' Ann Cleeves
In this classic novel featuring Simenon's literary legend, Inspector Maigret delves into the darkest depths of the Paris underworld.
Inspector Maigret is supposed to be working to stop the gangs of robbers terrorizing Paris, but then a body is found, dumped in the Bois de Boulogne. It turns out to be a quiet, likable burglar he has known for years, and for whom he cannot help feeling affection. Defying orders from his superiors, he decides to find out who killed his old acquaintance - even if it puts him in great danger.
Translated by Howard Curtis.
Other titles in this collection include: Maigret's Holiday, Maigret Sets a Trap, Maigret Defends Himself, Maigret's Doubts, Maigret's Pickpocket, Maigret's Patience, The Saint-Fiacre Affair, The Carter of 'La Providence', Maigret and the Old People, Maigret's Dead Man, and Maigret in Vichy.
'Not just the world's best-selling detective series, but an enduring literary legend' The Times
Pages: 160, Dimensions: 13x13cm
