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Iphigenia In Forest Hills: Anatomy Of A Murder Trial
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Prizewinning Journalist Janet Malcolm Discovers The Elements Of Greek Tragedy In A Sensational New York City Murder TrialAstringent And Absorbing. . . . Iphigenia In Forest Hills Casts, From Its First Pages, A Genuine Spell The Kind Of Spell To Which Ms. Malcolms Admirers (And I Am One) Have Become Addicted.Dwight Garner, New York TimesThis Is Shrewd And Quirky Crime Reporting At Its Irresistible And Disabused Best.Louis Begley, Wall Street JournalShe Couldn'T Have Done It And She Must Have Done It. This Is The Enigma At The Heart Of Janet Malcolm'S Riveting Book About A Murder Trial In The Insular Bukharanjewish Community Of Forest Hills, Queens, That Captured National Attention. The Defendant, Mazoltuv Borukhova, A Beautiful Young Physician, Is Accused Of Hiring An Assassin To Kill Her Estranged Husband, Daniel Malakov, A Respected Orthodontist, In The Presence Of Their Fouryear Old Child. The Prosecutor Calls It An Act Of Vengeance: Just Weeks Before Malakov Was Killed In Cold Blood, He Was Given Custody Of Michelle For Inexplicable Reasons. It Is The Dickensian Ordeal Of Borukhova'S Innocent Child That Drives Malcolm'S Inquiry.With The Intellectual And Emotional Precision For Which She Is Known, Malcolm Looks At The TrialA Contest Between Competing NarrativesFrom Every Conceivable Angle. It Is The Chasm Between Our Ideals Of Justice And The Human Factors That Influence Every Trialfrom Divergent Lawyering Abilities To The Nature Of Jury Selection, The Malleability Of Evidence, And The Disposition Of The Judgethat Is Perhaps Most Striking.Surely One Of The Most Keenly Observed Trial Books Ever Written, Iphigenia In Forest Hills Is Ultimately About Character And Reasonable Doubt. As Jeffrey Rosen Writes, It Is As Suspenseful And Exciting As A Detective Story, With All The Moral And Intellectual Interest Of A Great Novel.Iphigenia In Forest Hills Is Another Dazzling Triumph From Janet Malcolm. Here, As Always, Malcolms Work Inspires The Best Kind Of Disquiet In A Readerthe Obligation To Think. Jeffrey Toobin, Author Of The Nine: Inside The Secret World Of The Supreme CourtA Remarkable Achievement That Ranks With Malcolm'S Greatest Books. Her Scrupulous Reporting And Interviews With Protagonists On Both Sides Of The Trial Make Her Own Narrative As Suspenseful And Exciting As A Detective Story, With All The Moral And Intellectual Interest Of A Great Novel. Jeffrey Rosen, Author Of The Supreme Court: The Personalities And Rivalries That Defined America
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills'? A: The main theme revolves around the complexities of justice and the human elements that influence a murder trial, particularly focusing on the character of the accused and the societal context of the crime.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills'? A: The author is Janet Malcolm, a prizewinning journalist known for her incisive and thoughtful explorations of crime and justice.
- Q: What type of book is 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills'? A: 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills' is a non-fiction narrative that combines elements of crime reporting with a deep analysis of a murder trial, framed within the context of Greek tragedy.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills'? A: 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills' contains 168 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills'? A: The book was published on November 20, 2012.
- Q: What format is 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills' available in? A: 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills' is available in a paperback format.
- Q: Is 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills' suitable for readers interested in true crime? A: Yes, 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills' is suitable for readers interested in true crime, as it provides a detailed account of a sensational murder trial and the intricacies of the legal system.
- Q: What can readers expect from Janet Malcolm's writing style in this book? A: Readers can expect Janet Malcolm’s signature writing style, which is characterized by intellectual precision, engaging narratives, and a deep exploration of moral and ethical questions.
- Q: Does 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills' include interviews or personal accounts? A: Yes, the book includes interviews and personal accounts from individuals involved in the trial, which adds depth and perspective to the narrative.
- Q: Is 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills' a good choice for those studying law or journalism? A: Yes, 'Iphigenia in Forest Hills' is an excellent choice for students of law or journalism, as it provides insights into legal proceedings and the role of media in shaping public perception of crime.