Mortmain

""Mortmain by Train"" is a novel written by Arthur Train. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of a young lawyer named John Sargent. Sargent is a successful attorney who is known for his ability to win cases in court. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he is asked to defend a wealthy businessman who is accused of murder.As Sargent delves deeper into the case, he begins to uncover a web of lies and deceit that threatens to destroy his career and his life. Along the way, he meets a beautiful young woman named Alice who becomes his ally in the fight against corruption.The novel is a thrilling tale of mystery and suspense that explores themes of justice, morality, and the human condition. It is a must-read for fans of legal thrillers and anyone who enjoys a good mystery.1928. Train was the former assistant district attorney in New York City. His interactions with clients, together with his experiences in the courtroom, provided the material for the more than 250 short stories and novels he would write during his lifetime. Contents: Mortmain; The Rescue of Theophilus Newbegin; The Vagabond; The Man Hunt; Not at Home; A Study in Sociology; The Little Feller; and Randolph, �������64. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.