Georges Simenon
Georges Simenon was a Belgian author best known for his prolific output and the creation of the iconic detective Jules Amedee Francois Maigret. Born in 1903 in Liège, Belgium, Simenon began his writing career at a young age, crafting short stories and newspaper articles before moving on to novels. Over his lifetime, he published over 400 works, ranging from psychological novels to crime fiction, showcasing his keen insight into human nature and society's complexities. His style is often characterized by its simplicity and clarity, drawing readers into the intricate worlds he created.
Simenon’s Maigret series, featuring the thoughtful and introspective detective, has captivated readers worldwide and remains a staple of detective fiction. What sets his stories apart is not just the thrilling plotlines but the rich atmosphere and depth of character that Simenon masterfully weaves together. As you explore his works in the app, you'll find a blend of suspense and profound exploration of morality and human behavior that makes his writing timeless. Dive into Simenon's world and discover the subtle intricacies of his storytelling—there's much to enjoy!
01 Maigret Goes Home [30 Days of Maigret]
Read by Maurice Denham
Georges Simenon
Thirty Days of Maigret features a series of plays based on the novels of Georges Simenon. This particular episode, "Maigret Goes Home,&…
30 Maigrets Little Joke
Read by Nicholas Le Prevost
Georges Simenon
In this intriguing episode, when a sensational murder takes place in Paris, Maigret finds himself on holiday and must follow the investigati…
02 Maigret In Montmartre
Georges Simenon
In this gripping adaptation of Georges Simenon's work, Inspector Maigret is drawn into a dark world of striptease artists and morphine addic…
03 Maigret Has Scruples
Georges Simenon
An unusually quiet day for Inspector Maigret at the Quai des Orfèvres is disturbed by a visit from mild-mannered toy salesman Xavier …
06 Maigret And The Young Girl
Georges Simenon
When the body of a young girl is found in a Montmartre park, Maigret must team up with a rival investigator to bring her killer to justice. …
21 Maigret's Special Murder
Georges Simenon
Maigret’s Special Murder is a gripping dramatization that aired on Saturday, March 22, 1986, on BBC Radio 4 FM. Adapted by Malcolm Stewart f…
1 CBC Maigret In Society Georges Simenon
Read by Budd Knapp
Georges Simenon
CBC Maigret is a captivating radio series based on the novels of Georges Simenon. This particular episode, Maigret In Society, features the …
04 Maigret In Society
Georges Simenon
Maigret is called to the home of Armand de Saint-Hilaire, a highly respected diplomat who has been found shot dead in his study. Urged to be…
07 Maigret And Monsieur Charles
Georges Simenon
In this intriguing episode of the Maigret series, Inspector Jules Maigret is faced with a puzzling case when Nathalie Sabin-Levesque arrives…
Maigret part 2
Read by Maurice Denham
Georges Simenon
Join us for the intriguing world of Maigret, a captivating radio adaptation of Georges Simenon's beloved detective stories. In this episode,…
26 Madame Maigret's Own Case
Georges Simenon
In this intriguing mystery, the discovery of two human teeth in a bookbinder's furnace coincides with Mme Maigret's visit to the dentist. As…
10 Maigret's Boyhood Friend
Georges Simenon
First broadcast on June 19th, 1977, at 18:15 on BBC Radio 4 FM, this adaptation of Georges Simenon's work brings to life the story of Jules …
29 Inspector Cadaver
Georges Simenon
In this intriguing episode of Inspector Cadaver, Maigret is drawn into a web of mystery as he investigates rumors of a death in the village …
2 CBC Maigret And The Killer Georges Simenon
Read by Budd Knapp
Georges Simenon
CBC Maigret is a captivating radio adaptation based on the novels of Georges Simenon. This particular episode, 'Maigret And The Killer', fea…
13 Maigret And The Madman Of Bergerac
Georges Simenon
Adapted for radio by Aubrey Woods, from the translation by Geoffrey Sainsbury, this gripping episode features Inspector Maigret, who, shot a…
22 Maigret's Christmas
Georges Simenon
Christmas Day in Paris finds Maigret and his wife visited by a neighbor who hopes the sleuth might help her solve the case of a girl who cla…
08 Maigret And The Hundred Gibbets
Georges Simenon
What was the secret of the shabby down-and-out counting 30,000 francs in the corner of a cafe in Brussels? Maigret followed him half across …
05 Maigret Sets A Trap
Georges Simenon
A serial killer had been stalking Montmartre, with five women stabbed to death, one a month. So far there are no clues, and the district is …
09 Maigret Goes To School
Read by Maurice Denham
Georges Simenon
Adapted for radio by Edward Bruce, from the translation by Daphne Woodward, this episode features the famous detective Jules Maigret as he i…
25 My Friend Maigret
Georges Simenon
On the seductive island of Porquerolles, a man is murdered when he claims the friendship of Chief Inspector Maigret. With a Scotland Yard de…