The Genesis of justice : ten stories of biblical injustice that led to the Ten Commandments and modern law

Synopsis

From Eve's indiscretions in Eden to the terrifying tales of the flood, from Abraham's decision to sacrifice his son to the sins of the cities Sodom & Gomorrah, the Book of Genesis has been the world's most widely read narrative, cautioning & challenging humankind for thousands of years. Now, one of the best-known litigators of the 20th century turns his attention to these seminal stories. Through 10 provocative narratives, Dershowitz provides critical insight into the beginnings of law that gave rise to the Ten Commandments, positing that the Good Book is also a law book.