Émile Gaboriau Books

This early work by Emile Gaboriau was originally published in 1869 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introduction. 'Monsieur Lecoq' is one of Gaboriau's novels of crime and mystery. Emile Gaboriau was born in the small town of Saujon, Charente-Maritime, France. During his twenties, he became a secretary to Paul Feval - a an author now regarded as one of the fathers of modern crime fiction, whose Jean Diable (1862) is seen as the world's first modern detective novel."

Part of the TREDITION CLASSICS series, this book aims to revive and preserve public domain literature in printed format. The series is fueled by a passion for literature and a commitment to making timeless works accessible to readers worldwide. TREDITION collaborates with non-profit literature projects, donating a portion of proceeds to support their efforts. By choosing a TREDITION CLASSICS book, readers contribute to the preservation of significant literary works, ensuring they remain part of the cultural conversation.

The TREDITION CLASSICS series aims to revive public domain literature by making it accessible in print globally. Driven by a passion for literature, this initiative collaborates with various non-profit projects to bring classic works back to life. A portion of the proceeds from each sale is donated to support these literary efforts, allowing readers to contribute to the preservation of significant literary works while enjoying timeless stories.

From the author of the popular Monsieur Lecoq series comes Catastrophe, a thrilling novel of mystery and suspense. When a young woman is found dead in her apartment, all signs point to suicide. But as Detective Lecoq delves deeper into the case, he discovers a web of deception and betrayal that leads him to the shocking truth.

In this haunting novel, a group of slaves in Paris band together to seek their freedom and overthrow their oppressors. With its powerful depiction of the struggle for justice and equality, this book is as relevant today as it was when it was first published over a century ago.