Maigret and the Lazy Burglar

´The father of contemporary European detective fiction´ Ann Cleeves In this classic novel featuring Simenon´s literary legend, Inspector Maigret delves into the murkiest depths of the Paris underworld Inspector Maigret is supposed to be working to stop the gangs of robbers terrorising Paris, but then a body is found, dumped in the Bois de Boulogne. It turns out to be a quiet, likeable burglar he has known for years, and for whom he cannot help feeling affection. Defying orders from his superiors, he determines to discover who killed his old acquaintance - even if it leads him into terrible 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 bestselling detective series, but an imperishable literary legend´ The Times