Books written by Felix Frankfurter Professor of Law Alan M Dershowitz

  • Chutzpah

    The celebrated attorney and best-selling author looks back over his life experiences, reflecting on his generation of Jewish Americans and on a variety of global issues

  • The Advocate's Devil

    When a popular pro basketball player is accused of rape, defense attorney Abraham Ringel thinks he has a "can't lose" case. But when he discovers his client may well be guilty, Abe faces the most painful dilemma of his life.

  • Why Terrorism Works: Understanding the Threat, Responding to the Challenge
    Why Terrorism Works: Understanding the Threat, Responding to the Challenge

    Argues that the current international community is not doing enough to deter terrorism and looks at ways democratic societies can effectively reduce the frequency and severity of terrorist attacks.

  • The Abuse Excuse: And Other Cop-outs, Sob Stories, and Evasions of Responsibility
    The Abuse Excuse: And Other Cop-outs, Sob Stories, and Evasions of Responsibility

    Argues that many criminals are using past abuse to excuse their crimes, suggesting that as victims they should not be held legally accountable, and discusses the impact on our legal system

  • Contrary to Popular Opinion
    Contrary to Popular Opinion

    Alan M. Dershowitz, Felix Frankfurter Professor of Law Alan M Dershowitz, Pharos Books, World Almanac Books. 0-88687-701-6 $ 22.95 As an outspoken lawyer , law professor , bestselling author , and public personality extraordinaire ...