The Man in Chains Volume 1 is a novel written by Charles James Collins in 1864. The story centers around the protagonist, Arthur Brand, who is wrongly accused of a crime and sentenced to life imprisonment. The novel explores the themes of justice, redemption, and the corrupt nature of the legal system. The plot follows Arthur's journey as he struggles to maintain his sanity and hope in the harsh prison environment. He encounters several characters, including fellow inmates, prison guards, and lawyers, who either help or hinder his efforts to prove his innocence. The novel is a gripping tale of survival and resilience in the face of injustice and oppression. It is a classic work of Victorian literature that offers a critical commentary on the social and political issues of the time.In Three Volumes.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.