Publisher's Synopsis
The Devil's Advocate is a novel published in 1878 by Percy Greg. It tells the story of a young lawyer named John Merton, who is hired by a wealthy and powerful man named Mr. Barton to defend him against charges of murder. Merton soon discovers that his client is guilty of the crime, but is torn between his duty to defend him and his own conscience.As the trial progresses, Merton becomes increasingly disillusioned with the legal system and the corrupt society in which he lives. He begins to question his own morality and the morality of those around him, including his fianc�����e and his mentor, a respected judge.The novel is a critique of the legal system and society in Victorian England, and explores themes of morality, justice, and corruption. It is also a psychological study of Merton's inner turmoil and his struggle to reconcile his professional duties with his personal beliefs.Overall, The Devil's Advocate is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the legal system and society of its time.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.
