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A Rumpole Christmas: Stories
A Rumpole Christmas Stories
Author: John Mortimer
Of the late Sir John Mortimer's many beloved characters, it is widely agreed that Horace Rumpole was his greatest fictional creation. Here, collected in book form for the first time, are five delightful tales that capture the beleagured barrister at his grumpy, yet warm-hearted best. — Rumpole isn't particularly fond of Christmas Day-he f...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780143117919
ISBN-10: 0143117912
Publication Date: 10/26/2010
Pages: 176
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3.8 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio CD
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The only problem I had with this book is that it wasn't long enough! The last Rumpole book is like saying goodbye to an old friend. I loved it!
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Story takes place in England so be aware that some of the terminolgy is different from what we use in the STATES.
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This is a collection of short Christmas stories that Mortimer wrote between the late 90's and middle half of the last decade. The earlier tales fall more into the traditional sentimental Christmas mystery, while the later ones seem to be more reflective of contemporary issues.

The last story in the collection "Rumpole And The Christmas Break" makes a fine compliment to "Rumpole And The Reign Of Terror" also published in 2006. This final story pay's a nodding wink to P.G. Woodhouse, that left me both in tears of laughter as well as sorrow for the passing of this great legal satirist.


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