Rumpole on Trial [Unabridged] (Audio CD)

by John Clifford Mortimer (Author), Timothy West (Narrator)

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Audio CD
Publisher: Chivers Audio Books; Unabridged edition (May 2000)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 075405361X
ISBN-13: 978-0754053613
Product Dimensions: 19 x 18.8 x 4.1 cm
Shipping Weight: 363 g

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From Publishers Weekly

A collection of stories about the courtroom antics of disheveled barrister Horace Rumpole.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Actor Leo McKern, who played Rumpole on the PBS series, may have died, but the world still has a remarkable interpretation of the Old Bailey defender--in Timothy West's narration. The stories in this volume are familiar from the "Rumpole of the Bailey" TV series, but they're still a treat, not just for the courtroom drama, but also for Rumpole's deft handling of office conflicts. The story line weaves through the seven mysteries, kicking off with a member of the Timson clan falsely accused of devil worship, sending Rumpole into a hostile child welfare court, and ending with Rumpole facing charges of unethical conduct. J.A.S. © AudioFile 2002, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to the Audio Cassette edition.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Continuing the entertainment, Sep 10 2003

By	Beverley Strong (Australia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Rumpole On Trial Film/tv Tie In (Paperback)

This book, written 14 years after Rumpole od the Bailey, is every bit as entertaining. We are reintroduced to the Timson family who retain Rumpole to represent them each time one of the family is charges with a criminal activity.Ineffectual Erskine-Brown, who finds criminal law "distasteful", is accused of sexual harassment by yhe office typist and finds it hard to convince the members of Chambers that it's all caused by his sheer stupidity(and this man is a QC!)We also meet again various judges with their foibles and failings. It's a good laugh and a perfect book to pick up for a quick read when we need a laughter boost.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Timothy West is no Leo McKern, but...., Mar 19 2003

By	Matt Ivy "Matt" (Colorado, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Rumpole on Trial (Audio Cassette)

I recently found this audio edition of "Rumpole on Trial." I had only heard Leo Mckern read the Rumpole stories, but knew other actors had portrayed the British barrister in the past. Unfortunately, after listening to the Timothy West version for awhile, I stopped listening. Those of us who have heard Mckern do Rumpole almost exclusively may be dissapointed with West's version. Mckern is much more bombastic and furious with his Rumpole. West's comedy is much more subtle to the point of non-existance. Where during an objection about a point of law, Mckern would have shouted with a great relish to the argument. West does not have that flair.

But Timothy West is a good reader. I would encourage those who haven't heard Leo Mckern or have not decided that they won't accept any Rumpole other than Mckern's, to give this edition a chance. Those of us who have saturated ourselves with Mckern's acting ability, it might be best to save some money.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I never thought anyone could make me forget Leo McKern, Nov 4 2002

By	Bill Coleman "billc140" (Las Vegas, NV United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Rumpole on Trial (Audio Cassette)

and, frankly, Timothy West falls just short. But considering that every drawing of Rumpole is a drawing of Mr. McKern, that he was so closely identified with the character that when he read the stories they were read "by Rumpole himself" for another reader to successfully render Rumpole was a pleasant surprise for me.

Since at least the second recording of this series uses a different actor I wonder about the quality but at least the first volume is a complete success with Mr. West's terrific reading making one (almost) forget the late "Rumpole".

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