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Encyclopedias
Encyclopedia of the Supreme Court
Author: David A Schultz
Publisher: Facts on File, 2005
ISBN: 9780816050864
Summary: From the structure of the Supreme Court to its proceedings, this completely up-to-date encyclopedia presents the cornerstone of the American justice system. More than 500 A-to-Z entries written by leading academics and lawyers offer a comprehensive review of critical cases, issues, biographies, and topics important to understanding the Supreme Court. Helpful charts showing how a case makes it to the Supreme Court and a chronology make this authoritative and accessible reference the ideal source for comprehensive research. From WorldCat
“The ease with which one can search this volume, as well as the style of writing and depth of explanation make this a truly valuable resource.” From Library Media Connect
Notes: Most highly recommended in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
Summary: From the structure of the Supreme Court to its proceedings, this completely up-to-date encyclopedia presents the cornerstone of the American justice system. More than 500 A-to-Z entries written by leading academics and lawyers offer a comprehensive review of critical cases, issues, biographies, and topics important to understanding the Supreme Court. Helpful charts showing how a case makes it to the Supreme Court and a chronology make this authoritative and accessible reference the ideal source for comprehensive research. From WorldCat
“The ease with which one can search this volume, as well as the style of writing and depth of explanation make this a truly valuable resource.” From Library Media Connect
Notes: Most highly recommended in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
Author: Kermit Hall
Publisher: Oxford University, 2005
ISBN: 9781602565272
Summary: This encyclopedia includes over 1200 articles “on all aspects of the court's history, justices, operations, and cases. Over 300 experts contributed the entries, which vary in length; some have bibliographic references. The organization [includes] alphabetical entries, portraits of the justices, cross-references, and indexes by both case name and topic.” From Choice via EBSCO
Notes: Included in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
The Oxford Guide to United States Supreme Court Decisions
Authors: Kermit Hall, James W. Ely
Publisher: Oxford University, 2009
ISBN: 9780195379396
Summary: The editors “assemble the scholarship of 161 field specialists, who summarize the Supreme Court's 440 most significant cases.Scholar-signed, multiparagraph entries are alphabetized by case name, include argued and decided dates, and detail vote divisions. The book closes with a glossary, an appendix containing the complete Constitution, a chronology of justices since 1789, and a list of presidential appointments. An outstanding single-volume reference.” From Library Journal via EBSCO
Notes: Most Highly Recommended in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
Authors: Gary R Hartman, Roy M Mersky, Cindy L Tate
Publisher: Facts on File, 2007
ISBN: 9780816069231
Summary: "Succinctly describes the backgrounds of more than 350 "most important" cases and offers insight into their significance and effects on American life. The cases are arranged alphabetically under 15 subject categories such as "Abortion," "Freedom of Religion," Jurisdiction," and one catch-all category, "Additional Cases." This source should be useful to anyone wanting to study the development and impact of the U.S. Supreme Court and to anyone who wants to understand the significance of those few cases that make it through the selection process and are heard there. From Booklist via EBSCO
Notes: Included in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
John Marshall: Definer of a Nation
Author: Jean Edward Smith
Publisher: H. Holt & Co., 1996
ISBN: 9780805013894
Summary: When, in 1801, John Marshall became Chief Justice of the United States, the Supreme Court was little more than a clause in the Constitution and a gaggle of conflicting opinions. For the next thirty-five years, Marshall was to mold the Court into a major force. Under his leadership, it learned to speak with one voice, becoming a powerful and respected third branch of government. From WorldCat
Notes: Included in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
ISBN: 9781602565272
Summary: This encyclopedia includes over 1200 articles “on all aspects of the court's history, justices, operations, and cases. Over 300 experts contributed the entries, which vary in length; some have bibliographic references. The organization [includes] alphabetical entries, portraits of the justices, cross-references, and indexes by both case name and topic.” From Choice via EBSCO
Notes: Included in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
The Oxford Guide to United States Supreme Court Decisions
Authors: Kermit Hall, James W. Ely
Publisher: Oxford University, 2009
ISBN: 9780195379396
Summary: The editors “assemble the scholarship of 161 field specialists, who summarize the Supreme Court's 440 most significant cases.Scholar-signed, multiparagraph entries are alphabetized by case name, include argued and decided dates, and detail vote divisions. The book closes with a glossary, an appendix containing the complete Constitution, a chronology of justices since 1789, and a list of presidential appointments. An outstanding single-volume reference.” From Library Journal via EBSCO
Notes: Most Highly Recommended in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
Author: Kenneth Jost
Publisher: Congressional Quarterly, 2003
ISBN: 9781568028026
Summary: Each of the more than 450 entries, arranged in A to Z format, aim to help to explain in understandable language how the Supreme Court of the United States and its justices have contributed to
General Information
Authors: Daniel E Brannen, Lawrence W Baker
Publisher: Thomson/Gale, 2005
ISBN: 9780787654092
Summary: Offers relevant, easy-to-understand information detailing the inner workings of the federal government. In addition to historical overviews and examinations of the day-to-day operations of each branch, topics covered include Constitutional duties and obligations of each branch, specifics related to eligibility, elections and appointments of key positions, changes since 1776, the future of each branch and much more. From WorldCat
Landmark Supreme Court Cases: The Most Influential Decisions of the Supreme Court of the United States
Author: David G Savage
Publisher: Congressional Quarterly, 2010
ISBN: 9780872894235
Summary: This brand new edition of Guide to the U.S. Supreme Court reflects the substantial changes in the makeup of the High Court and landmark rulings from recent Court terms. No other reference on the Court offers so much detail and insight in such a readable format. Updated through the 2008-2009 term, this classic resource explains everything readers need to know about the Supreme Court, from its origins and how it functions to the people who have shaped it and the impact of its decisions on American life and the path of U.S. constitutional law. From publisher via WorldCat
"Not only timely but highly informative and readable. Savage's understanding and experience with the Court have resulted in an insightful, authoritative source to rival all others.” From Choice via EBSCO
Notes: Most highly recommended in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
Authors: Gary R Hartman, Roy M Mersky, Cindy L Tate
Publisher: Facts on File, 2007
ISBN: 9780816069231
Summary: "Succinctly describes the backgrounds of more than 350 "most important" cases and offers insight into their significance and effects on American life. The cases are arranged alphabetically under 15 subject categories such as "Abortion," "Freedom of Religion," Jurisdiction," and one catch-all category, "Additional Cases." This source should be useful to anyone wanting to study the development and impact of the U.S. Supreme Court and to anyone who wants to understand the significance of those few cases that make it through the selection process and are heard there. From Booklist via EBSCO
Notes: Included in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
The Supreme Court
Author: Lawrence Baum
Publisher: Congressional Quarterly, 2010
ISBN: 9781604264623
Summary: Brings students a brief yet comprehensive introduction to the US Supreme Court. Analyzing Chief Justice Roberts' style as head of the High Court, this title examines Justice Kennedy's pivotal role in
This book provides an introduction to various aspects of the Supreme Court, including the selection of justices, types of cases chosen, and factors influencing the decisions rendered. From EBSCO
Notes: Most highly recommended in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
Author: Lawrence Baum
Publisher: Congressional Quarterly, 2010
ISBN: 9781604264623
Summary: Brings students a brief yet comprehensive introduction to the US Supreme Court. Analyzing Chief Justice Roberts' style as head of the High Court, this title examines Justice Kennedy's pivotal role in
This book provides an introduction to various aspects of the Supreme Court, including the selection of justices, types of cases chosen, and factors influencing the decisions rendered. From EBSCO
Notes: Most highly recommended in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
Biographies
Author: Nathan Aaseng
Publisher: Oliver, 1992
ISBN: 9781881508014
Summary: “In addition to its biographical value, this attractive, well-written book can also be used as a source for information on such cases as 'Brown v. The Board of Education of Topeka,' 'Dennis v. United States,' 'Gideon v. Wainwright,' and the Dred Scott Decision. Early civil rights cases are examined and related to current issues.” From School Library Journal via EBSCO
Notes: Included in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
John Marshall: Definer of a Nation
Author: Jean Edward Smith
Publisher: H. Holt & Co., 1996
ISBN: 9780805013894
Summary: When, in 1801, John Marshall became Chief Justice of the United States, the Supreme Court was little more than a clause in the Constitution and a gaggle of conflicting opinions. For the next thirty-five years, Marshall was to mold the Court into a major force. Under his leadership, it learned to speak with one voice, becoming a powerful and respected third branch of government. From WorldCat
Notes: Included in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
Author: Chris Crowe
Publisher: Viking, 2008
ISBN: 9780670062287
Summary: “Marshall served 24 years as the first African American judge on the U.S. Supreme Court, but this biography focuses on his pioneer work as a lawyer and civil rights activist and on the landmark cases in which he fought segregation in public education and elsewhere.” From Booklist“This is a captivating portrait of a heroic champion of justice that also offers great insight into the most pivotal moments of the Civil Rights Movement.” From Kirkus via EBSCO
Notes: Most highly recommended in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
Publisher: Viking, 2008
ISBN: 9780670062287
Summary: “Marshall served 24 years as the first African American judge on the U.S. Supreme Court, but this biography focuses on his pioneer work as a lawyer and civil rights activist and on the landmark cases in which he fought segregation in public education and elsewhere.” From Booklist“This is a captivating portrait of a heroic champion of justice that also offers great insight into the most pivotal moments of the Civil Rights Movement.” From Kirkus via EBSCO
Notes: Most highly recommended in H.W. Wilson Senior High Core Collection
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