Wigs at work

by A.P. Herbert

A.P.H. introduces a new selection of his famous ‘Misleading Cases’, in which Haddock, cornered by Rex (or Regina), again and again persuades the Law to uphold the shrinking rights of the individual in the British Courts. Common Sense — Uncommon Law — and Fun.

222 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1966

About the author

Sir Alan Patrick Herbert, CH (usually writing as A.P. Herbert or A.P.H.) was an English humorist, novelist, playwright and law reform activist. He was an independent Member of Parliament (MP) for Oxford University for 15 years, five of which he combined with service in the Royal Navy.

Reviews

[Flob · Rating 4 out of 5]

I remember when these tales were on the BBC starring the unique Mr Haddock. Just as entertaining now.

[Jane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Delightfully distressing.