About “Regina v Rumpole”
Regina v Rumpole is a 1981 collection of short stories by John Mortimer featuring defense barrister Horace Rumpole. The stories were adapted from scripts for the TV series of the same name. The collection includes seven stories: "Rumpole and the Boat People," "Rumpole and the Confession of Guilt," "Rumpole and the Dear Departed," "Rumpole and the Expert Witness," "Rumpole and the Gentle Art of Blackmail," "Rumpole and the Rotten Apple," and "Rumpole and the Spirit of Christmas." Each story highlights Rumpole's wit and courtroom skills as he navigates various legal challenges. The book reflects the character's personality and the humor of the original television series. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- First published
- 1981