Justice Game, The

As a young Australian barrister, Robertson found himself involved in the Oz trial; a moralistic judge went to some lengths to jail three editors of an underground magazine, and was duly humiliated on appeal. Success leads to opportunity; Robertson has been involved in a sequence of crucial freedom of expression trials—the Gay News blasphemy trial, the attempt to shut down the National Theatre over a play featuring male rape, and the arrest of a painter whose subject was banknotes. His account concentrates on these cases and his own involvement, showcasing his sharp wit and insight. He has also participated in other notable cases, such as the Michael X case and various libel actions around the 'cash for questions' scandal. This book offers a compelling look at courtroom battles and issues of justice.