Lewis, Anthony
Gideon's Trumpet
- ISBN 13:
- 9780679723127
- author:
- Lewis, Anthony
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1989
- Pages:
- 288
- Genre:
- History - General History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Gideon's Trumpet: A Man's Fight for Justice In 1963, Clarence Earl Gideon was arrested and charged with burglary in Florida. Despite being unable to afford a lawyer, he demanded the right to representation, sparking a landmark case that would change the law of the United States. This book tells the true story of Gideon's fight for justice, from his initial appeal to the Supreme Court all the way to the historic decision that established the right to counsel for all defendants. With meticulous research and clear writing, Anthony Lewis brings this pivotal moment in American history to life. With notes, a table of cases, and an index, this book provides a comprehensive look at one of the most significant legal battles in US history.
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