Carter of "La Providence", The (Inspector Maigret)

Name: Carter of "La Providence", The (Inspector Maigret)
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Book Synopsis: Georges Simenon's tragic tale of lost identity, translated by David Coward as part of the new Penguin Maigret series. What was the woman doing here? In a stable, wearing pearl earrings, her stylish bracelet and white buckskin shoes! She must have been alive when she got there because the crime had been committed after ten in the evening. But how? And why? And no one had heard a thing! She had not screamed. The two carters had not woken up. Inspector Maigret is standing in the pouring rain by a canal. A well-dressed woman, Mary Lampson, has been found strangled in a stable nearby. Why did her glamorous, hedonistic life come to such a brutal end here? Surely her taciturn husband Sir Walter knows—or maybe the answers lie with the crew of the barge La Providence. Georges Simenon was born in Liège, Belgium, in 1903. Best known in Britain as the author of the Maigret books, his prolific output of over 400 novels and short stories have made him a household name in continental Europe. He died in 1989 in Lausanne, Switzerland, where he had lived for the latter part of his life. David Coward is Emeritus Professor of French at the University of Leeds, England, and an award-winning translator of numerous works from French.

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Looking for a gripping mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat? Look no further than "The Carter of La Providence", the latest installment in the Inspector Maigret series by acclaimed author Georges Simenon. Translated by the talented David Coward, this tragic tale of lost identity will captivate you from the very first page.

Step into a world of intrigue and suspense as Inspector Maigret investigates the mysterious murder of a well-dressed woman, Mary Lampson. Found strangled in a stable, the circumstances surrounding her death baffle everyone. How did she end up there? Why was she silenced so brutally? Join Maigret as he unravels the truth behind this heinous crime, revealing shocking secrets along the way.

Simenon's masterful storytelling will transport you to the rain-soaked streets of a European city, where every step closer to the truth also brings you closer to danger. Immerse yourself in the glamorous yet treacherous world of Mary Lampson and her enigmatic husband Sir Walter. And keep a keen eye on the crew of the barge La Providence, as they may hold the key to unlocking the dark secrets that led to this tragedy.

Georges Simenon's extensive body of work has made him a literary icon in continental Europe, and now you have the chance to experience his genius firsthand. With over 400 novels and short stories to his name, his storytelling prowess is unmatched. Don't miss out on the opportunity to lose yourself in his atmospheric and thought-provoking writing.

Get your copy of "The Carter of La Providence" today and embark on a thrilling journey filled with suspense, mystery, and unforgettable characters. Don't let this gripping tale slip through your fingers. Order now and satisfy your craving for a compelling read.

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