Publication

2008-05-12 - ABC-CLIO

Language

English

Word Count

87,500 words, Guess

Page Count

350 pages

Physical Format

Hardcover

Identifiers

and 2 more
  • Library of Congress Control Number2008009349
  • Goodreads4853954

Classifications

  • LCCKF8742 .H368 2008

Description

Harrington (law, U. of Montreal) describes the first years of the US Supreme Court. He profiles each of appointments to the bench by presidents Washington and Adams, surveys cases and controversies that came before the court, and looks at the court's legacy and impact in subsequent legal and political history. Supporting material includes documents, biographical sketches, a glossary, a chronology, and an annotated bibliography.

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