An exploration of the US Supreme Court under Roger Taney during an era of dramatic selectionism, slavery and civil war.
The Waite Court: Justices, Rulings, and Legacy presents a fresh interpretation of the Supreme Court under the tenure of Chief Justice Morrison Remick Waite (1874–1888).
The Waite Court presents a detailed and balanced exploration of the times, politics, personalities, and decisions of the Supreme Court in the critical transition period between 1874 and 1888, as the United States was in the process of ...
An exhaustive examination of the workings and legacy of the Supreme Court during the reign of "The Great Justice."
Roosevelt Democrats expected great things from the Stone Court. But for the most part, they were disappointed. The Stone Court significantly expanded executive authority.
This work explores McCarthyism, the Cold War, racial segregation, and capital punishment.
The Chase Court examines a country as it recovered from the bloodiest conflict in its history and turned to the forethought of a small group of men to help lead it into peace."--BOOK JACKET.
Through detailed discussions of landmark cases, this reference work explores the role the Court played in steering the country through an era of economic growth, racial discrimination, and international warfare.
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