This compelling narrative thrusts readers into the midst of a political storm in Westville as corruption and fraud allegations engulf the esteemed Dr. David West. Accused of taking bribes, the revered superintendent of the city's new waterworks system faces an uncertain future. But when his loyal daughter, Katherine, a brilliant young lawyer fresh from her groundbreaking work in New York, rushes to his defense, the plot thickens. As Katherine digs deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of deceit that reaches the highest echelons of power. This novel unveils the complexities of political corruption, the power of justice, and the unshakeable bonds of family. It explores the fine line between personal ambition and public duty, highlighting the transformative power of courage and the unwavering pursuit of truth. Ultimately, the book serves as a resonant testament to integrity's enduring strength in the face of adversity.
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Leroy Scott was an American writer of novels and screenplays. He was born in Fairmount, Indiana 11 May 1875. His father was a minister with the Religious Society of Friends. He graduated from Indiana University in 1897.
"Counsel for the Defense" from Leroy Scott. American writer of novels and screenplays (1875-1929).
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This compelling narrative thrusts readers into the midst of a political storm in Westville as corruption and fraud allegations engulf the esteemed Dr. David West. Accused of taking bribes, the revered superintendent of the city's new waterworks system faces an uncertain future. But when his loyal daughter, Katherine, a brilliant young lawyer fresh from her groundbreaking work in New York, rushes to his defense, the plot thickens. As Katherine digs deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of deceit that reaches the highest echelons of power. This novel unveils the complexities of political corruption, the power of justice, and the unshakeable bonds of family. It explores the fine line between personal ambition and public duty, highlighting the transformative power of courage and the unwavering pursuit of truth. Ultimately, the book serves as a resonant testament to integrity's enduring strength in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331148371_0
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