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Explore the profound insights within 'A Descending Spiral', the debut work by an acclaimed author and capital defense lawyer, whose essays have garnered notable recognition in several editions of Best American Essays. This compelling book dives deep into themes of justice, corruption, and the complexities of the criminal legal system, providing readers with a thought-provoking narrative supported by the author's decade-long experience in writing about capital defense issues. With a robust format of cloth over boards, this brand new edition published by The New Press in 2021 is a must-have for anyone interested in law, criminal justice, or compelling storytelling. The author aims to secure forewords from influential figures like John Grisham and Bryan Stevenson, adding credibility and anticipation to this promising release. Ideal for readers seeking to understand the intricate dynamics of death penalty cases, 'A Descending Spiral' serves as an essential resource that explores the nuances of legal challenges and moral dilemmas. Alongside its captivating content, enjoy free shipping on this item, with an expected delivery timeframe of up to six weeks. Once your order is placed, please note that it cannot be canceled. Discover the importance of narratives that challenge the status quo and inspire change in 'A Descending Spiral'.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781620976548
Format: Cloth over boards
Year: 2021
Publisher: New Press, The
Description:
Breakout Author: Author's essays have received the "notable" distinction in seven editions of Best American Essays, including in 2019. This is his first book.
Blurbs/endorsements: Author is mining his connections to solicit a foreword from John Grisham and (then) Bryan Stevenson. If those endeavors don't prove fruitful, he should be able to get blurbs from them, Barry Scheck, and Albert Woodfox.
Credentials: Author is a renowned capital defense lawyer and has written about the issue for popular outlets for the past decade. He can provide authoritative commentary on any news related broadly to capital cases, corruption, and ineffectiveness in the criminal legal system.
Speaking: Author speaks regularly at trainings and conferences in the field.
Opportunities: The nature of death penalty cases means there is almost always an appeal, extension, or some other circumstance that gets covered topically.
Affiliations: National Legal Aid and Defender Association, the National Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Atlantic Center for Capital Representation.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781620976548
Format: Cloth over boards
Year: 2021
Publisher: New Press, The
Description:
Breakout Author: Author's essays have received the "notable" distinction in seven editions of Best American Essays, including in 2019. This is his first book.
Blurbs/endorsements: Author is mining his connections to solicit a foreword from John Grisham and (then) Bryan Stevenson. If those endeavors don't prove fruitful, he should be able to get blurbs from them, Barry Scheck, and Albert Woodfox.
Credentials: Author is a renowned capital defense lawyer and has written about the issue for popular outlets for the past decade. He can provide authoritative commentary on any news related broadly to capital cases, corruption, and ineffectiveness in the criminal legal system.
Speaking: Author speaks regularly at trainings and conferences in the field.
Opportunities: The nature of death penalty cases means there is almost always an appeal, extension, or some other circumstance that gets covered topically.
Affiliations: National Legal Aid and Defender Association, the National Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Atlantic Center for Capital Representation.