Jonathan Harr
Jonathan Harr is an acclaimed American author and journalist best known for his nonfiction work "A Civil Action," which chronicles a legal battle involving environmental pollution. A meticulous researcher, Harr's work often delves into complex legal and moral issues, reflecting his background in investigative journalism. He has contributed to prestigious publications like The New Yorker and The New York Times Magazine, and has received accolades for his compelling storytelling and in-depth analysis.
Book summaries for books written by Jonathan Harr
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The system was corrupt, the system was broken, and the system was rigged.
The devil is in the details.
The silence was absolute, as if the world had suddenly stopped turning.
The truth is that nobody really knows what a lawsuit is all about until they are in one.
A lawsuit is a machine in which you go into as a pig and come out as a sausage.
The law is an ass.
The courtroom was a jungle.
The law was the ultimate theater.
The law is a game, a game we play to win.
The law is a weapon.
The law is an instrument of power.
The law is a mirror, reflecting society's values and fears.