16/17 What first gave me an inkling of your defence was that book which is on your table. It is Forbes Winslow on the mind and the brain; a very interesting book, Mr.Brown, _very_ interesting indeed. It treats of suicide, and the causes and conditions of the brain that will lead up to it. It is a very good book, indeed, to study in such a case. Good evening, Mr.Brown.I am sorry that we cannot co-operate in this matter." Stratton turned and walked toward the door, while the lawyer gazed after him with a look of helpless astonishment on his face. |