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Just Mercy - A True Story of the Fight for Justice [adaptation]

A True Story of the Fight for Justice
Pages
288
Published
2018
Language
English

Synopsis

Bryan Stevenson's 'Just Mercy' tells the true story of his work as a young lawyer fighting for justice for the wrongly condemned. This adaptation explores the challenges and triumphs of his early career, highlighting the systemic issues within the American justice system. It's a powerful account of advocating for those on the margins and the pursuit of equality.

About the author

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Bryan Stevenson

BRYAN STEVENSON is the executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative in Montgomery, Alabama, and a professor of law at New York University School of Law. He has won relief for dozens of condemned prisoners, argued five times before the Supreme Court, and won national acclaim for his work challenging bias against the poor and people of color. He has received numerous awards, including the MacArthur Foundation “Genius” Grant. Source: http://bryanstevenson.com/the-author/