The Second Rumpole Omnibus
The Second Rumpole Omnibus by John Mortimer is a collection of twenty tales featuring the iconic barrister Horace Rumpole. Published by Penguin on November 1, 1988, this edition spans 672 pages and is presented in English. The stories follow Rumpole as he navigates the complexities of life at the Old Bailey, opting for the comforts of Château Pommeroy’s ordinary claret over the sunny distractions of Florida.
Readers will find a blend of mystery and humor as Rumpole embraces his role as Defender of the Faith, famously declaring, “Never Plead Guilty.” This volume showcases Mortimer’s distinctive storytelling style, characterized by witty dialogue and sharp observations. The collection fits within the realms of fiction and traditional mystery, appealing to fans of detective stories and those who appreciate collections and anthologies.
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This volume contains twenty tales featuring beloved barrister Horace Rumpole as he turns down another invitation to exchange the joys and sorrows of life as an Old Bailey hack for the delights of the Sunshine State — where senior citizens loll on beaches and the sarcastic tones of the Mad Bull (Judge Roger Bullingham) are heard no more. Instead, Rumpole settles for the beaded bubbles of Château Pommeroy’s ordinary claret, and his rôle extraordinaire as Defender of the Faith: “Never Plead Guilty.”
“Mortimer has created one of the legendary fictional detectives . . . a barrister [who’s] as much a detective as Sherlock Holmes or Hercule Poirot.” — The Boston Sunday Globe
“Wonderfully amusing . . . full of pithy writing . . . witty and opinionated.” — The Wall Street Journal
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