Per Wahlöö

Per Wahlöö was a Swedish author and journalist, best known for his collaborative work with his partner Maj Sjöwall on a series of detective novels featuring the character Martin Beck. These novels, often referred to as the 'Martin Beck series', are considered classics in the genre of police procedural detective fiction. Wahlöö's writing was characterized by its social critique and exploration of the Swedish welfare state. He was born on August 5, 1926, and passed away on June 22, 1975.

Books

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  1. 1. The Laughing Policeman

    Cover of 'The Laughing Policeman' by Maj Sjöwall, Per Wahlöö

    In this gripping crime novel, a mass shooting on a bus in Stockholm leaves eight people dead, including a police officer. Inspector Martin Beck and his team are assigned to solve the case, but as they delve deeper, they uncover a complex web of corruption and deceit within the police force. With time running out, Beck must navigate through a labyrinth of clues and personal vendettas to catch the laughing policeman responsible for this heinous act.

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