Publisher's Synopsis
""Tutt and Mr. Tutt"" is a collection of short stories written by Arthur Train, originally published in 1920. The book follows the adventures of Ephraim Tutt, a lovable and eccentric lawyer, and his young prot�����g�����, Francis Scott. Together, they navigate the legal system of early 20th century New York City, taking on cases ranging from petty theft to murder. The stories are told from the perspective of Francis Scott, who admires Tutt's wit and wisdom as he dispenses legal advice to clients from all walks of life. Despite his unorthodox methods, Tutt always manages to come out on top, using his sharp mind and quick wit to outmaneuver his opponents in the courtroom. Along the way, Tutt and Scott encounter a colorful cast of characters, including crooked politicians, shady businessmen, and even a few famous faces from history. Despite the serious nature of some of the cases they take on, the book is filled with humor and heart, making it a delightful read for fans of legal fiction and classic literature alike. Overall, ""Tutt and Mr. Tutt"" is a charming and entertaining collection of stories that showcases the wit and wisdom of one of literature's most beloved legal characters.This is the first in the series of Train's books. Train, who was formerly the Assistant District Attorney for New York County, writes the book in the form of short stories, each dealing with an unusual legal case. In each case, Tutt is called upon to save some poor soul or to win a legal victory in the face of injustice. Contents: The Human Element; Mock Hen and Mock Turtle; Samuel and Delilah; The Dog Andrew; Wile Versus Gile; Hepplewhite Tramp; and Lallapaloosa Limited.#This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
