A Civil Action by Jonathan Harr is a gripping nonfiction account of a landmark environmental lawsuit. This first Vintage Books edition, published in September 1996, delivers a compelling narrative of a courtroom showdown involving two powerful corporations accused of causing the deaths of children through water contamination. Harr's detailed investigative reporting and narrative style make this an unforgettable reading experience, likened to Truman Capote's In Cold Blood.

Winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award for Nonfiction, this book explores themes of justice, power, and perseverance. The story follows a flamboyant lawyer whose pursuit of millions in damages nearly costs him everything, including his sanity. Rich with legal drama and real-life stakes, A Civil Action stands as a definitive work on environmental litigation and the American legal system.

Published by Vintage Books, a division of Random House, this edition features the original cover design by Susan Mitchell and includes the complete table of contents and acknowledgments. ISBN 0-679-77267-7. A must-have for collectors and readers interested in legal thrillers, environmental issues, and true courtroom drama.