The Paper Chase: A Novel

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:novel
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:The_Paper_Chase
gptkbp:adaptation gptkb:The_Paper_Chase_(TV_series)
gptkb:The_Paper_Chase_(film)
gptkbp:author gptkb:John_Jay_Osborn_Jr.
gptkbp:awards gptkb:None
gptkbp:character gptkb:Susan_Fields
gptkb:Professor_Kingsfield
Jack Mc Cloy
Mr. Hart's father
Mr. Hart's mother
gptkbp:character_development James Hart's growth
gptkbp:conflict Student vs. Professor
Student vs. Self
gptkbp:critical_reception Positive
gptkbp:cultural_impact Portrayal of law school life
gptkbp:followed_by The Paper Chase: A Novel (sequel)
gptkbp:genre Legal fiction
legal fiction
gptkbp:influenced Law students
gptkbp:influenced_by Legal education
Real-life law schools
gptkbp:inspiration John Jay Osborn Jr.'s experiences
gptkbp:isbn 978-0316853022
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:main_character gptkb:James_Hart
gptkbp:motif Mentorship
Ethics in law
Competition in academia
gptkbp:narrative_style First-person
gptkbp:notable_quote “ The law is a jealous mistress.”
“ You have to be willing to fail.”
gptkbp:page_count 320
gptkbp:plot Personal growth
Ethical dilemmas
Self-discovery
Romantic relationships
Friendship dynamics
Academic pressure
Life choices
Class struggles
Career aspirations
Confrontation with authority
Final exam stress
Mentorship challenges
gptkbp:published_year gptkb:1971
gptkbp:publisher gptkb:Little,_Brown_and_Company
gptkbp:sequel gptkb:The_Paper_Chase_(film)
gptkbp:setting gptkb:Harvard_Law_School
1970s
gptkbp:symbolism The paper chase itself
gptkbp:theme gptkb:Ambition
gptkb:Educational_Institution
gptkb:sports_event