Society · 20 min
The Run of His Life
By Jeffrey Toobin
Jeffrey Toobin's account of the O.J. Simpson trial reveals how one legal case became a national mirror, reflecting America's deepest divisions on race, celebrity, and the elusive nature of justice.
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Society
Duration
20 min
What it is about
Race, Justice, Media, American Culture
Who it is for
If you've ever wondered why certain public events continue to haunt the national consciousness, this will clarify how a single trial can reveal a nation's deepest truths, and this will help you see what to do next.
The author
As a legal analyst who covered the O.J. Simpson trial from its earliest days, Jeffrey Toobin offers a direct, insider perspective on how the case unfolded and its clear societal impact.
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