In Contempt

Two books on audiotape read by author Christopher Darden, recounting his experiences as prosecuting lawyer in the O.J. Simpson murder trial. Few people knew that Darden was fighting a deeper, more insidious battle -- against racism that came from all sides. When the case was over & Simpson was set free, Darden bore the anguish & disillusionment of millions of Americans. This is a haunting & poignant memoir of duty, justice, & the constant, powerful undertow of American bigotry; an unflinching look at the American justice system that shows things the TV cameras couldn't. But it also recounts the journey of one man, raised in a poor working-class neighborhood, to self-discovery & courage.