The Lives And Times Of The Chief Justices Of The Supreme Court Of The United States

The book titled ""The Lives and Times of the Chief Justices of the Supreme Court of the United States: John Jay through John Rutledge V1"" is a comprehensive account of the lives and careers of the first five Chief Justices of the Supreme Court of the United States. Written by Henry Flanders, the book delves into the personal and professional lives of John Jay, John Rutledge, Oliver Ellsworth, John Marshall, and Roger B. Taney.The book is divided into five parts, each dedicated to one of the Chief Justices. The author provides a detailed biography of each Chief Justice, including their early life, education, career, and significant contributions to the Supreme Court. The book also explores the political and social context of each Chief Justice's tenure, highlighting the major legal and constitutional issues of their time.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both legal scholars and general readers. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Supreme Court of the United States, the role of the Chief Justice, and the evolution of American law and politics.In Two Volumes. Volume II: William Cushing, Oliver Ellsworth And John Marshall.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.