Georges Simenon
Belgian writer (1903–1986)
1903 — 1989
Quick Facts
Profession
Belgian writer (1903–1986)
Born
February 13, 1903
Died
1989 (age ~86)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
photographer, writer, author
BelgiumBorn in LiègeDied in Lausanne
1903
Born in Liège (1903-02-13)
1966
AwardThe Grand Master
1989
Died in Lausanne
About
Georges Joseph Christian Simenon was a Belgian writer who created the fictional detective Jules Maigret. One of the most prolific and successful authors of the 20th century, he published around 400 novels, 21 volumes of memoirs and many short stories, selling over 500 million copies.
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Who is Georges Simenon?+
Georges Joseph Christian Simenon was a Belgian writer who created the fictional detective Jules Maigret. One of the most prolific and successful authors of the 20th century, he published around 400 novels, 21 volumes of memoirs and many short stories, selling over 500 million copies.
What does the name Georges mean?+
The name Georges means "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is of French origin.
When was Georges Simenon born?+
Georges Simenon was born on February 13, 1903.
When did Georges Simenon die?+
Georges Simenon died in 1989, at approximately 86 years of age.
Name Meaning
plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.
The name Georges is of French origin, meaning "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Georges — February 13, 1903
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Cib
Owl — wisdom, ancestors, forgiveness
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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Respect.
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Your books never stay on the shelf long. Everyone's looking for them.
— a librarian
Finished your book at 4am. Stared at the ceiling for an hour. Thank you.
— insomniac reader
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