9780259391319 - Nine Men: A Political History of the Supreme Court From 1790 to 1955 (Classic Reprint) de Rodell, Fred (4 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: Very Good +. Estado de la sobrecubierta: None as issued. Clean, solid copy with moderate shop wear. Text is unmarked. Cover has mild surface and corner wear. Binding is tight and square; no creases to spine. Likely unread. Modern reproduction of the text from the fifth printing of the 1955 original. We are unable to ship oversize books and multi-volume sets internationally.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intriguing world of the U.S. Supreme Court, exploring its immense power and influence on the nation's political landscape. The author contends that the Court, despite being unelected and largely unaccountable, holds a unique position of authority, shaping the course of American history through its interpretations of the Constitution. Examining landmark cases and the personalities of influential justices, the author reveals how the Court's decisions have impacted everything from economic regulations to civil liberties. The narrative challenges the notion of judicial neutrality, arguing that justices, like all individuals, possess personal biases and political perspectives that inevitably influence their judgments. With a focus on the Court's role as a protector of individual freedoms, the author questions its historical reluctance to assert its power in defense of civil liberties, particularly against federal government overreach. This insightful exploration sheds light on the complexities and contradictions of the Supreme Court's role in American democracy, prompting readers to consider the delicate balance between judicial power and individual rights. Ultimately, it underscores the profound impact of the Court's decisions on the lives of ordinary citizens and the trajectory of the nation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.