Jerome Lawrence

Jerome Lawrence was an American playwright and author known for his contributions to theater and literature. He co-wrote the play "Inherit the Wind," which explores themes of science and religion, and "The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail," a dramatic interpretation of the life of Henry David Thoreau. His works often delve into social issues and individual conscience.

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Books by Jerome Lawrence

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Inherit the Wind
Jerome Lawrence
4.0 (20k) average on GoodreadsHistorical Fiction
In a sweltering courtroom, America's intellectual freedom is on trial as two legal giants clash over a teacher's right to teach evolution, turning a small-town trial into a Roman circus of clashing beliefs.
The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail
Jerome Lawrence
3.8 (2k) average on GoodreadsHistorical Fiction
Henry David Thoreau's night in jail for refusing to pay a tax starts a debate about civil disobedience and the individual's moral duty to break unfair laws.