The Commission Or, de Lunatico Inquirendo

By Hablot Knight Browne and George Payne Rainsford James

Book Overview

The Commission Or, De Lunatico Inquirendo is a novel written by G. P. R. James that was first published in 1845. The story revolves around the legal process of determining the sanity of a person who has been accused of committing a crime while being mentally unstable. The main character, Sir William Gosford, is appointed to serve as a commissioner in a case involving a wealthy and influential man who has been accused of murder. As Sir William delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of lies, deceit, and corruption that threatens to undermine the entire legal system. Along the way, he encounters a cast of intriguing characters, including a beautiful and mysterious woman who may hold the key to solving the case. The Commission Or, De Lunatico Inquirendo is a gripping and suspenseful tale that explores the complexities of the legal system, the nature of justice, and the human psyche.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116311975X
• ISBN13: 9781163119754
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 458 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"