Georges Simenon

Prolific Belgian-Swiss author and novelist

Georges Simenon - Prolific Belgian-Swiss author and novelist
Born

February 13th, 1903
122 years ago

Died

September 4th, 1989
35 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Belgium

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Born in 1903, a prolific writer who created the fictional detective Jules Amedee Francois Maigret. Authored over 400 novels and short stories, including works that delve into themes of existentialism and psychological depth. Simenon's writing style is characterized by its simplicity and clarity, making intricate plots accessible. Besides detective stories, explored various genres including autobiography and memoir. Contributed significantly to literary discussions surrounding the detective genre and the nature of crime and society.

Created the character Jules Amedee Francois Maigret

Authored over 400 works including 'Pietr the Latvian'

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