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Event
Scott Turow 2016 STLJBF Keynote Conversation
Scott Turow is the author of ten bestselling
works of fiction, many of which have
become hit movies and television miniseries.
Presumed Innocent debuted on the big screen in 1987 starring
Harrison Ford; The Burden of Proof (1990) featured Brian
Dennehy; Reversible Errors (2002) co-starred Tom Selleck
and William H. Macy. His books have been translated into
more than 40 languages and have sold more than 30 million
copies worldwide.
Turow graduated with honors from Harvard Law School and
continues to work as an attorney in the Chicago office of
international firm, Dentons (formerly Sonnenschein, Nath &
Rosenthal) while also devoting a substantial amount of time to
pro bono efforts. In one such case, he represented Alejandro
Hernandez in the successful appeal that preceded Hernandezs
release after nearly 12 years in prison, including five on death
row, for a murder he did not commit.
His many honors include the Heartland Prize, the
Robert F. Kennedy Book Award, Time Magazines Best Work of
Fiction, and his appointment as president of the Authors Guild.
In addition to his fiction, Turow is the author of two works of
non-fiction: One L and Ultimate Punishment.
Turow is active in a number of charitable causes and performs
with the Rock Bottom Remainders, a musical group of bestselling
authors who raise funds for various literacy organizations.
Single tickets are $45 each; Premier Passes (good for all JBF author events throughout the year) are $95.00.
FREE student tickets are available only at the J's Box Office at the Staenberg Family Complex in Creve Coeur or at the door of the event with a valid ID.
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LocationJCC Staenberg Family Complex - Arts and Education Building (View)
2 Millstone Campus Drive
St. Louis, MO 63146
United States
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| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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