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Clarence Darrow books in order

American lawyer and politician

Lived
1857–1938
Country
United States
Books
8

Clarence Darrow published 1 non-fiction book and 7 other books, beginning with Environment Vs. Heredity (1900). The best-known is Resist Not Evil (1902).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Clarence Darrow

Non-fiction in order

  1. Farmington (1904)

    255 pages

Other books in order

  1. Environment Vs. Heredity (1900)

  2. Resist Not Evil (1902)

    179 pages

  3. Crime (1922)

    180 pages

  4. The Plea of Clarence Darrow, August 22nd, 23rd & 25th, Mcmxxiii, in Defense of Richard Loeb and Nathan Leopold, Jr., on Trial for Murder (1924)

    121 pages

  5. Are We Machines? (1928)

    65 pages

  6. The Myth of the Soul (1929)

  7. The Story of My Life (1932)

    495 pages

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About Clarence Darrow

Clarence Seward Darrow was an American lawyer and politician who became famous in the 19th century for high-profile representations of trade union causes, and in the 20th century for several criminal matters, including the Leopold and Loeb murder trial, the Scopes "monkey" trial, and the Ossian Sweet defense. He was a leading member of the American Civil Liberties Union and a prominent advocate for numerous Populist causes, as well as a noted public speaker, debater, and writer.

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Clarence Darrow FAQ

How many books has Clarence Darrow written?
Clarence Darrow published 1 non-fiction book and 7 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Clarence Darrow's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Resist Not Evil.
What is Clarence Darrow's last book?
Farmington (1904).
What is Clarence Darrow's most famous book?
Resist Not Evil (1902) is Clarence Darrow's most widely read book.
Can I read Clarence Darrow's books for free?
Yes. 6 books by Clarence Darrow are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.

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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.