The Jerry Giesler Story

The Jerry Giesler Story is a memoir written by the renowned American criminal defense attorney, Jerry Giesler. In this book, Giesler shares his life story and his experiences as a lawyer who defended some of the most high-profile cases in American history. The book begins with Giesler's childhood and his early interest in the law. He then goes on to describe his education and training as a lawyer, including his time at the University of Michigan Law School. The bulk of the book is devoted to Giesler's career as a criminal defense attorney. He provides detailed accounts of the cases he worked on, including the defense of Charles Chaplin in a paternity suit, the defense of Robert Mitchum in a drug case, and the defense of Lana Turner's daughter in a murder trial. Throughout the book, Giesler offers insights into the legal system and the challenges of defending clients in high-profile cases. He also shares personal anecdotes about his clients and colleagues, providing a glimpse into the world of Hollywood and the criminal justice system in the mid-twentieth century. Overall, The Jerry Giesler Story is a fascinating and engaging memoir that offers a unique perspective on American legal history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in law, true crime, or Hollywood history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.