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Book Synopsis: Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring
For 30 years, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Linda Greenhouse chronicled the activities of the U.S. Supreme Court and its justices as a correspondent for the New York Times. In this Very Short Introduction, she draws on her deep knowledge of the court's history and of its written and unwritten rules to show readers how the Supreme Court really works.
Greenhouse offers a fascinating institutional biography of a place and its people--men and women who exercise great power but whose names and faces are unrecognized by many Americans and whose work often appears cloaked in mystery. How do cases get to the Supreme Court? How do the justices go about deciding them? What special role does the chief justice play? What do the law clerks do? How does the court relate to the other branches of government? Greenhouse answers these questions by depicting the justices as they confront deep constitutional issues or wrestle with the meaning of confusing federal statutes.
Throughout, the author examines many individual Supreme Court cases to illustrate points under discussion, including Marbury v. Madison, the seminal case which established judicial review; District of Columbia v. Heller (2008), which struck down the District of Columbia's gun-control statute and which was, surprisingly, the first time in its history that the Court issued an authoritative interpretation of the Second Amendment; and Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization (2022), which repudiated the right to abortion the Court had recognized nearly fifty years earlier in Roe v. Wade (1973). To add perspective, Greenhouse also compares the Court to foreign courts, revealing interesting differences. For instance, no other country in the world has chosen to bestow life tenure on its judges.
The third edition of Greenhouse's Very Short Introduction tracks the changes in the Court's makeup over the past decade, including the landmark decisions of the Obama and Trump eras and the emergence of a conservative supermajority.
A superb overview packed with telling details, this volume offers a matchless introduction to one of the pillars of American government.
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Looking to gain a deeper understanding of the U.S. Supreme Court? Look no further than "The U.S. Supreme Court: A Very Short Introduction." Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Linda Greenhouse, this book provides a brilliant, sharp, and inspiring overview of the court's history and how it operates.
With over 30 years of experience as a correspondent for the New York Times, Greenhouse is uniquely qualified to take you behind the scenes of the Supreme Court. She explores the court's inner workings, shedding light on the often unrecognized individuals who hold great power and shape the course of American history.
Have you ever wondered how cases make their way to the Supreme Court? Or how the justices come to their decisions? Greenhouse expertly answers these questions and more, ensuring you grasp the importance of the court's role in interpreting the Constitution and federal statutes.
Through the examination of significant Supreme Court cases, such as Marbury v. Madison and District of Columbia v. Heller, Greenhouse provides concrete examples to illuminate key concepts and debates. She also offers intriguing comparisons to foreign courts, revealing insights into the uniqueness of the American judicial system.
The third edition of "The U.S. Supreme Court: A Very Short Introduction" reflects the changing landscape of the court in recent years. From landmark decisions during the Obama and Trump eras to the emergence of a conservative supermajority, Greenhouse keeps you up-to-date with the latest developments.
Don't miss this chance to gain a comprehensive overview of one of the pillars of American government. Purchase your copy of "The U.S. Supreme Court: A Very Short Introduction" today and embark on a fascinating journey into the heart of the nation's highest court.
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