Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption

by Stevenson, Bryan

• ISBN13: 9780812984965
• ISBN10: 081298496X
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780812994537
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780812994520
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2015-08-18
• Publisher: One World
• More Book Details

About This Book

Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption

Just Mercy is a powerful true story about the potential for mercy to redeem us and a clarion call to fix our broken system of justice. Written by Bryan Stevenson, this memoir documents his career defending disadvantaged clients, particularly those on death row.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in law, sociology, and social justice courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of the American justice system, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of social justice principles.

History and Editions

Just Mercy was first published in 2014 by One World. The book has been a New York Times bestseller, peaking at the number one spot in combined nonfiction sales on February 2, 2020. It has spent over 35 weeks on the combined nonfiction best sellers list and over 230 weeks on the paperback nonfiction best sellers list. The book was promoted by Starbucks in late 2015, which helped it reach number eight on the Publishers Weekly Best Sellers list for the week of September 7, 2015.

Author and Other Works

Bryan Stevenson is a renowned American attorney and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative. He is known for his tireless advocacy for justice and his commitment to addressing systemic racism in the American justice system. Stevenson has also written other books, including "The Reckoning: Our Nation's Trauma and the Enduring Legacy of Slavery" (2021).

Key Features

• Comprehensive Insight: The book provides a detailed exploration of the American justice system, highlighting issues of racial bias, poverty, and systemic injustice.
• Personal Narratives: The memoir offers personal narratives that humanize the stories of those on death row, making the issues more relatable and impactful.
• Call to Action: Just Mercy serves as a clarion call to action, urging readers to consider the need for mercy and reform within the justice system.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Trade Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780812984965
• Other Editions:
• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780812984965 (Note: The hardcover edition is the same as the trade paperback in terms of content)
• Adapted for Young Adults: Available through various retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: One World
• Publication Date: August 18, 2015
• Number of Pages: 349
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780812984965 (same as trade paperback)
• Adapted for Young Adults: Available through various retailers (ISBN not specified)

Related ISBNs:

9780812984965 (Trade Paperback)

9780812984965 (Hardcover)

Additional Resources

• Publisher's Website: One World
• Publisher's Website for Adapted for Young Adults Version: Available through One World
• From the 60 Minutes Archives: The true story behind "Just Mercy"
• Just Mercy on Open Library at the Internet Archive

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "Just Mercy," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Author Biography

Bryan Stevenson is the executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative in Montgomery, Alabama, and a professor of law at New York University Law School. He has won relief for dozens of condemned prisoners, argued five times before the Supreme Court, and won national acclaim for his work challenging bias against the poor and people of color. He has received numerous awards, including the MacArthur Foundation “Genius” Grant.