Old Man Tutt (eBook)

Arthur Train was a prominent American lawyer and writer of the early 20th century, best known for his series of stories featuring the character Ephraim Tutt, a kindly though shrewd old lawyer. Born on September 6, 1875, in Boston, Massachusetts, Train attended Harvard University and then pursued a legal education at Harvard Law School. Upon graduation, he joined the New York County District Attorney's Office, where his experiences provided ample material for his later writing. Train's law career was marked by a blend of legal practice and literature, a fusion that gave rise to numerous novels and stories that were both entertaining and informative of legal procedures. His best-known work 'Old Man Tutt' (1920) is a collection of short stories that revolve around the legal adventures of Mr. Tutt. The book reflects Train's literary style characterized by a blend of humor, drama, and a deep understanding of the American legal system. His contribution to legal fiction was significant, effectively bridging the gap between the practice of law and its portrayal in literature. Train passed away on December 22, 1945, leaving behind a legacy that immortalizes him as a distinguished figure in American legal and literary history.