Taking the Stand: My Life in the Law

Name: Taking the Stand: My Life in the Law
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Book Synopsis: America's most prominent legal mind and the #1 bestselling author of Chutzpah and The Best Defense, Alan Dershowitz, recounts his legal autobiography, describing how he came to the law, as well as the cases that have changed American jurisprudence over the past 50 years, most of which he has personally been involved in.In Taking the Stand, Dershowitz reveals the evolution of his own thinking on such fundamental issues as censorship and the First Amendment, Civil Rights, Abortion, homicide and the increasing role that science plays in a legal defense. Alan Dershowitz, the Felix Frankfurter Professor of Law at Harvard University, and the author of such acclaimed bestsellers as Chutzpah, The Best Defense, and Reversal of Fortune, for the first time recounts his legal biography, describing his struggles academically at Yeshiva High School growing up in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, his successes at Yale, clerking for Supreme Court Justice Arthur Goldberg, his appointment to full professor at Harvard at age 28, the youngest in the school's history. Dershowitz went on to work on many of the most celebrated cases in the land, from appealing (successfully) Claus Von Bulow's conviction for the murder of his wife Sunny, to the O.J. Simpson trial, to defending Mike Tyson, Leona Helmsley, Patty Hearst, and countless others. He is currently part of the legal team advising Julian Assange.

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Discover the captivating legal journey of Alan Dershowitz, America's most influential legal mind. In his riveting autobiography, Taking the Stand, Dershowitz takes you on a thrilling ride through the cases that have shaped American jurisprudence over the past 50 years. As a prominent attorney, Dershowitz has personally been involved in these groundbreaking trials, making his insights truly invaluable.

Uncover the evolution of Dershowitz's perspectives on crucial issues like censorship, Civil Rights, Abortion, and the intersection between law and science. Gain a deep understanding of the First Amendment and how it plays a vital role in our society. Dershowitz's expertise as the Felix Frankfurter Professor of Law at Harvard University brings unparalleled authority to his analysis.

From his humble beginnings in Brooklyn to his exceptional achievements at Yale and Harvard, Dershowitz's journey will inspire and educate. Immerse yourself in the high-stakes world of legal drama as he tackles some of the most famous cases in history. Successfully appealing Claus Von Bulow's conviction, defending O.J. Simpson, and advising Julian Assange are just a few examples of Dershowitz's groundbreaking work.

Don't miss the opportunity to delve into the mind of a brilliant legal scholar and witness the immense impact he has had on our legal system. Taking the Stand is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the law and its role in shaping our society. Embrace this enlightening journey by getting your hands on a copy today!

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