My Life in the Law

“This book is a thoughtful and revealing reflection by a true leader of the legal profession, the academy, and the judiciary. It is also a story of how these three institutions have changed over Robert J. Sharpe’'s career. The book ultimately captures Sharpe's humanity and lifelong dedication to the law in a way that will inspire readers within and beyond the Canadian legal community.” - Andrew Flavelle Martin, Associate Professor, Schulich School of Law, Dalhousie University

“Robert J. Sharpe has done it all and in his skilful harvesting of the lessons of his distinguished career, he has demonstrated the truth of Holme’s dictum that 'the life of the law is not logic but experience.' His memoir is a must-read for anyone with an interest in law.” - Harry W. Arthurs, Dean Emeritus, Osgoode Hall Law School and President Emeritus, York University

“A readable and lively account of the life of a leading judge, scholar, and lawyer. It is also an essential account of a generation of revolutionary change in Canadian law, society, and legal education.” - Kent Roach, C.M., F.R.S C., Professor of Law, University of Toronto

“One of the country’s most respected jurists, Robert Sharpe tells a crisply compelling account of life devoted to the law. More than an insider’s account, this is the portrait of a country’s legal landscape as it has evolved over the past fifty years. A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the last century of Canadian law and is sure to inspire the next generation of lawyers.” - Patricia McMahon, Assistant Professor, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University

“Justice Sharpe is widely considered as one of the best judges that Canada has ever produced. Respected at home and abroad, Justice Sharpe has had a remarkable career. This is a compelling story of a life well-lived in the law.” - Adam Dodek, Professor and Dean Emeritus, Faculty of Law, University of Ottawa