The Essential Words and Writings of Clarence Darrow
Author: Darrow, Clarence
ISBN: 9780812966770
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Year first published: 15 Sep 2007
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback / softback
A far-reaching collection of the lectures, speeches, addresses, and even fictional writings of the great American lawyer Clarence Darrow, introduced and edited by the Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Ed Larson and ethics specialist Jack Marshall.
The celebrated American lawyer Clarence Darrow was renowned for his spirited, ruthlessly logical defense of populist causes and controversial ideas. Even today, Darrow's words continue to frame public discussion about our civil liberties and our religious and civic life. In this timely volume, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Edward J. Larson and ethicist Jack Marshall assemble a broad and rich collection of the iconic lawyer's words and writings-opening statements, trial arguments, lectures-accompanied by excerpts from his memoir and annotated with expert commentary. These selections showcase the mesmerizing power of Darrow's passions and ideals, which have lost none of their impact or immediacy with the passage of time.
ISBN: 9780812966770
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Year first published: 15 Sep 2007
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback / softback
A far-reaching collection of the lectures, speeches, addresses, and even fictional writings of the great American lawyer Clarence Darrow, introduced and edited by the Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Ed Larson and ethics specialist Jack Marshall.
The celebrated American lawyer Clarence Darrow was renowned for his spirited, ruthlessly logical defense of populist causes and controversial ideas. Even today, Darrow's words continue to frame public discussion about our civil liberties and our religious and civic life. In this timely volume, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Edward J. Larson and ethicist Jack Marshall assemble a broad and rich collection of the iconic lawyer's words and writings-opening statements, trial arguments, lectures-accompanied by excerpts from his memoir and annotated with expert commentary. These selections showcase the mesmerizing power of Darrow's passions and ideals, which have lost none of their impact or immediacy with the passage of time.
