
Scoundrels to the Hoosegow
Morley Swingle
“Morley Swingle’s Scoundrels to the Hoosegow is not only consistently fascinating, but there is much to be learned from it about life in and out of an American courtroom. I highly recommend this engrossing book.” Vincent Bugliosi, Author of Helter Skelter
In Scoundrels to the Hoosegow, a veteran prosecutor who is also a terrific storyteller shares more than thirty legal stories drawn from real life. In cases ranging from tragic to hilarious, Morley Swingle offers a behind-the-scenes look at the justice system from crime scenes to courtrooms.
Swingle takes readers on an enjoyable romp through crime and punishment. Whether describing a drunk who frees dogs from the pound or a serial killer who saves lives in his day job, he combines true crime and legal analysis with a healthy dose of humor—and shares the occasional “Perry Mason moment."
“If Tom Wolfe’s Bonfire of the Vanities captured the essence of criminal practice in a major metropolis, then Scoundrels surely captures the essence of that practice in small town and rural America.” Robert H. Dierker, Jr.
“Swingle has written an interesting, easily approachable—and rare—account of daily life as a prosecuting attorney. I am unaware of any prosecutor who writes better than Swingle. The book is refreshing. Mark Twain almost certainly would have enjoyed it.” Steve Weinberg, St. Louis Post-Dispatch
“Morley Swingle is a terrific writer and an even better entertainer. Lawyers and non-lawyers alike will enjoy being along for this informative and entertaining trip to the hoosegow.” Forward, Reviews of Indie Books
“Those who read Ann Rule, Joe McGinniss or John Grisham will enjoy this book.” Lithuanian Librarian
Duration - 9h 59m.
Author - Morley Swingle.
Narrator - Morley Swingle.
Published Date - Saturday, 27 January 2024.
Copyright - © 2007 Morley Swingle ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
“Morley Swingle’s Scoundrels to the Hoosegow is not only consistently fascinating, but there is much to be learned from it about life in and out of an American courtroom. I highly recommend this engrossing book.” Vincent Bugliosi, Author of Helter Skelter In Scoundrels to the Hoosegow, a veteran prosecutor who is also a terrific storyteller shares more than thirty legal stories drawn from real life. In cases ranging from tragic to hilarious, Morley Swingle offers a behind-the-scenes look at the justice system from crime scenes to courtrooms. Swingle takes readers on an enjoyable romp through crime and punishment. Whether describing a drunk who frees dogs from the pound or a serial killer who saves lives in his day job, he combines true crime and legal analysis with a healthy dose of humor—and shares the occasional “Perry Mason moment." “If Tom Wolfe’s Bonfire of the Vanities captured the essence of criminal practice in a major metropolis, then Scoundrels surely captures the essence of that practice in small town and rural America.” Robert H. Dierker, Jr. “Swingle has written an interesting, easily approachable—and rare—account of daily life as a prosecuting attorney. I am unaware of any prosecutor who writes better than Swingle. The book is refreshing. Mark Twain almost certainly would have enjoyed it.” Steve Weinberg, St. Louis Post-Dispatch “Morley Swingle is a terrific writer and an even better entertainer. Lawyers and non-lawyers alike will enjoy being along for this informative and entertaining trip to the hoosegow.” Forward, Reviews of Indie Books “Those who read Ann Rule, Joe McGinniss or John Grisham will enjoy this book.” Lithuanian Librarian Duration - 9h 59m. Author - Morley Swingle. Narrator - Morley Swingle. Published Date - Saturday, 27 January 2024. Copyright - © 2007 Morley Swingle ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:01:18
Preface
Duration:00:08:13
Chapter 1: The Case of the Perry Mason Moment
Duration:00:20:47
Chapter 2: The Case of the Dog on Death Row
Duration:00:15:06
Chapter 3: The Case of the Far-Flung Firearm
Duration:00:13:21
Chapter 4: The Case of the Shuddering Door
Duration:00:13:01
Chapter 5: The Case of the Spiked Milkshake
Duration:00:10:46
Chapter 6: The Case of the Camera-Shy Car Thief
Duration:00:09:40
Chapter 7: The Case of the Cross-Eyed Juror
Duration:00:20:06
Chapter 8: The Case of the Oprah Appearance
Duration:00:13:08
Chapter 9: The Case of the Unlucky Forger
Duration:00:12:00
Chapter 10: The Case of the Combat Prosecutor
Duration:00:18:16
Chapter 11: The Case of the Fool for a Client
Duration:00:11:06
Chapter 12: The Case of the Candid Culprit
Duration:00:09:09
Chapter 13: The Case of the Millionaire Murderer
Duration:00:44:16
Chapter 14: The Case of the Thug-Tossed Crack
Duration:00:11:48
Chapter 15: The Case of the Forgetful Drunk
Duration:00:17:54
Chapter 16: The Case of the Girl in the Shower
Duration:00:20:46
Chapter 17: The Case of the Stone-Dead Blood Stone Villain
Duration:00:15:42
Chapter 18: The Case of the Luckless Lawyer
Duration:00:08:34
Chapter 19: The Case of the Embarrassing Defense
Duration:00:08:24
Chapter 20: The Case of the Green-Speckled Coffee
Duration:00:10:52
Chapter 21: The Case of the Homicidal Energizer Bunny
Duration:00:28:16
Chapter 22: The Case of the Prancing Mare
Duration:00:04:18
Chapter 23: The Case of the Considerate Leaper
Duration:00:05:52
Chapter 24: The Case of the Weeping Witness
Duration:00:18:37
Chapter 25: The Case of the Lead-Footed Physician
Duration:00:14:12
Chapter 26: The Case of the Titillating Tape
Duration:00:22:54
Chapter 27: The Case of the Perforated Patrol Car
Duration:00:22:11
Chapter 28: The Case of the Battered Bride
Duration:00:11:10
Chapter 29: The Case of the Shootout at the Super 8 Motel
Duration:00:24:18
Chapter 30: The Case of the Venomous Voice
Duration:00:12:46
Chapter 31: The Case of the Pernicious Protestors
Duration:00:15:30
Chapter 32: The Case of the Published Prosecutor
Duration:00:11:27
Chapter 33: The Case of the Motivational Message
Duration:00:12:13
Chapter 34: The Case of the Bitch-Slapped Bungler
Duration:00:05:28
Chapter 35: The Case of the Serial Killer's Semen
Duration:00:19:50
Chapter 38: The Case of the Well-Timed Wink
Duration:00:17:16
Chapter 39: The Case of the Altruistic Artist
Duration:00:06:47
Chapter 40: The Case of the Tattered Tongue
Duration:00:06:57
Afterward to 2007 Edition
Duration:00:11:51
Afterward to 2024 Audiobook
Duration:00:09:15
Free Bonus Chapter
Duration:00:01:06
About the Author
Duration:00:01:47
Ending Credits
Duration:00:01:02