02079cam a22003013u 4500 30551 UtSlPG 20260610133709.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Harris, Richard, 1833-1906 The Humourous Story of Farmer Bumpkin's Lawsuit Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-11-27 Transcribed from the 1883 Stevens and Sons edition by David Price "The Humourous Story of Farmer Bumpkin's Lawsuit" by Richard Harris is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around Mr. Thomas Bumpkin, a self-made farmer who finds himself caught in a legal dispute with the cunning coal merchant, Josiah Snooks. The narrative addresses the complexities and absurdities of the legal system of the time, highlighting themes of justice and social commentary through humor. The opening of the book introduces the idyllic setting of Bumpkin's farm and his simple yet satisfying country life. Following a dream-like sequence, readers are introduced to Bumpkin's pride in his possessions, particularly a prized pig, which becomes the subject of the dispute with Snooks. As the two characters engage in a comedic negotiation over the pig's value, the reader gets a glimpse into the stark contrasts between Bumpkin's straightforwardness and Snooks' crafty dealings. In this light, the story sets the stage for a humorous exploration of the legal proceedings that will ensue, mocking the legal jargon and intricate processes that often lead to more confusion than clarity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Legal stories https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30551 71397 71397