The Night of the Gun

In The Night of the Gun, David Carr crafts a groundbreaking memoir that explores his tumultuous past as an addict while using journalistic rigor to uncover the truth. With a foundation built on extensive interviews and personal records, Carr recounts his transformation from a crack-house regular to a columnist for The New York Times. This fierce and gritty narrative delves into themes of addiction, recovery, and the complexities of parenthood, ultimately revealing a story that is both harrowing and miraculous.