The Autobiography of Dannoe - The Greatest Defense Lawyer in the World

Author: Clarence Darrow (
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Publication Date: 2003-01-01
Features: Hu Shi said, "This is the autobiography of a respectable American." Clarence Darrow, an American thinker at the forefront of his time, spent his life as a lawyer, dedicating himself to defending the helpless poor against the powerful. The courage he displayed is an ideal model for the modern legal profession. His profound observations on criminal audiences and defense perspectives led him to utter the timeless principle: "A person is innocent until proven guilty." This autobiography, Darrow's Autobiography, was named one of the "Top 10 Books for Lawyers in the 20th Century" by the American Bar Association. It has educated generations of young lawyers, enlightening their minds as they begin their careers, while also benefiting seasoned veterans in the courtroom through its reading.
In this book, Darrow recalls his 60 years as a defense attorney for corporations, labor cases, and criminal cases, handling many sensational and memorable cases, including the coal miners' strike, the bombing of the Los Angeles Times building, the murder case of Loeb and Leopold, the famous trial on the theory of evolution, and many more. From his advocacy against the death penalty to his fight for civil rights, and his critiques of the judicial system, the book provides a complete picture of this legendary figure's life.
In fact, Darrow was concerned not only about a just legal system that upholds human rights and civil liberties but also, subtly woven throughout the book, reveals his sharp insights into philosophy, politics, economics, religion, and other fields, as well as his approach to life. These remain valuable for us at the dawn of the new century. In the mid-1990s, a Chinese translation of Darrow's Autobiography was published domestically, causing great impact. Unfortunately, that translation was heavily abridged, leaving readers unable to grasp the full picture. This edition presents a completely faithful full translation based on the original text, offering readers a more authentic Chinese version.