Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson
This book is a profound work of non-fiction that focuses on the author's experiences as a young lawyer fighting for the rights of those wrongfully convicted or excessively punished. The narrative primarily revolves around the case of a black man sentenced to death for a crime he didn't commit. The author not only exposes the inherent racial bias and systemic flaws in the American criminal justice system, but also provides a compelling argument for compassion in the pursuit of justice.
The 7033rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2014
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 336
- Words
- 85,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 25 Books to Read Before you Die: 21st Century (Powell's Books)
- Boston Public Library: Top Genre Books of the 2010s (Boston Public Library)
- Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction (Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence)