Clarence Darrow

Clarence Darrow

By David Rintels

Based on Clarence Darrow for the Defense by Irving Stone

Clarence Darrow

Clarence Darrow

By David Rintels

Based on Clarence Darrow for the Defense by Irving Stone

Overview

Clarence Darrow, the famous attorney, reminisces over his long and renowned career, touching on many of his famous trials, including the "Monkey" trial and the sensational Leopold and Loeb case. Darrow reviews much of America's legal history with salty humor, courtroom gusto, and human relish. His private life and many contemporary events, including labor conditions, are woven into this story of a man who accepted unpopular cases and defended unpopular causes. This champion of dissenters and underdogs was also a writer and lecturer, and he conjures up many famous people from his life and times. Henry Fonda starred on Broadway and in the national tour.

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Details

  • Genre: Biography
  • Time Period: 1930s, 1920s
  • Cast Attributes: Strong Role for Leading Man (Star Vehicle)
  • Target Audience: Adult, Teen (Age 14-18)

Authors

Author

David Rintels

Author

Irving Stone