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Hurricane follows the life of Rubin Carter, the African‑American boxer whose conviction for three murders left him behind bars for two decades. The book examines the legal failures that led to his sentencing, the influence of racial prejudice in the United States judicial system, and the widespread support he garnered from high‑profile figures. It also details the role of a Canadian group that helped bring new evidence to light, ultimately proving his innocence.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: James S. Hirsch
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