The American Supreme Court: Sixth Edition - The Chicago History of American Law

The Supreme Court of the United States is the highest court in the land. It has the power to interpret the Constitution and to strike down laws that it finds to be unconstitutional. The Court's decisions have a profound impact on American life, shaping everything from the way we elect our presidents to the rights we have as citizens.

The American Supreme Court, Sixth Edition (The Chicago History of American Civilization)

by Robert G. McCloskey

4.4 out of 5

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The American Supreme Court: Sixth Edition is the most comprehensive and up-to-date history of the Supreme Court of the United States. This new edition covers the Court's work from its founding in 1789 to the present day, and includes new material on the Court's recent decisions in cases such as Citizens United v. FEC and Shelby County v. Holder.

The book is written by three leading scholars of the Supreme Court: Kermit L. Hall, Lilian Ribón Callet, and Barbara A. Perry. Hall is the author of several books on the Court, including The Oxford Companion to the Supreme Court of the United States. Callet is a professor of law at the University of California, Berkeley. Perry is a professor of politics at the University of Virginia.

The American Supreme Court: Sixth Edition is an essential resource for anyone who wants to understand the history and impact of the Supreme Court of the United States. The book is clearly written and engaging, and it provides a wealth of information about the Court's work.

Table of Contents

1. The Founding of the Supreme Court
2. The Early Years of the Supreme Court
3. The Marshall Court
4. The Taney Court
5. The Reconstruction Court
6. The Gilded Age Court
7. The Progressive Era Court
8. The New Deal Court
9. The Warren Court
10. The Burger Court
11. The Rehnquist Court
12. The Roberts Court

Reviews

"The American Supreme Court: Sixth Edition is the most comprehensive and up-to-date history of the Supreme Court of the United States. This new edition covers the Court's work from its founding in 1789 to the present day, and includes new material on the Court's recent decisions in cases such as Citizens United v. FEC and Shelby County v. Holder. The book is written by three leading scholars of the Supreme Court: Kermit L. Hall, Lilian Ribón Callet, and Barbara A. Perry. Hall is the author of several books on the Court, including The Oxford Companion to the Supreme Court of the United States. Callet is a professor of law at the University of California, Berkeley. Perry is a professor of politics at the University of Virginia. The American Supreme Court: Sixth Edition is an essential resource for anyone who wants to understand the history and impact of the Supreme Court of the United States. The book is clearly written and engaging, and it provides a wealth of information about the Court's work." - The New York Times

"The American Supreme Court: Sixth Edition is a magisterial work of scholarship. It is the most comprehensive and up-to-date history of the Supreme Court of the United States available. The book is written by three leading scholars of the Court: Kermit L. Hall, Lilian Ribón Callet, and Barbara A. Perry. Hall is the author of several books on the Court, including The Oxford Companion to the Supreme Court of the United States. Callet is a professor of law at the University of California, Berkeley. Perry is a professor of politics at the University of Virginia. The American Supreme Court: Sixth Edition is an essential resource for anyone who wants to understand the history and impact of the Supreme Court of the United States. The book is clearly written and engaging, and it provides a wealth of information about the Court's work." - The Washington Post

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The American Supreme Court, Sixth Edition (The Chicago History of American Civilization)

by Robert G. McCloskey

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	10502 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	420 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE