The Premier

In this unusual story of an aged statesman facing the extinction of his power, Simenon creates a figure of both splendour and futility. At his cliff-top home in Normandy, the old Premier watches and waits while France is in crisis. As he reflects on his past, he recalls a betrayal that still haunts him. The narrative delves into the inner life of a great man, revealing the complexities and vulnerabilities of his character. Simenon's terse, elliptical style captures the essence of a man grappling with his legacy and the passage of time.

Published 1965

Condition: Well Read