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Division & Discord: The Supreme Court Under Stone and Vinson, 19411953 (Chief Justiceships of the United States Supreme Court),Used
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Division and Discord offers a comprehensive appraisal of the Supreme Court during the fractious period that bridged the courtpacking fight of the Hughes years and the rights explosion of the Warren era. During the dozen years that Melvin I. Urofsky reviews in this volume, the Court ruled on a range of controversial cases, including the internment of the Japanese, the guilt of the Rosenbergs, and the crimes of Nazi saboteurs. At the same time the judicial body struggled internally to balance the strong wills of some of the most important figures in U.S. judicial historyHugo Black, Felix Frankfurter, William O. Douglas, and Robert H. Jackson. Urofsky contends that these years play a critical role in modern constitutional history and are not merely a colorful interlude between two betterknown eras of Supreme Court history. These years signaled a fundamental upheaval in U.S. jurisprudencethe shift in focus from the protection of private property to the protection of individual liberties.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Division & Discord'? A: 'Division & Discord' provides a comprehensive appraisal of the U.S. Supreme Court during the years 1941 to 1953, exploring the internal dynamics of the Court and its rulings on significant cases.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Division & Discord' is Melvin I. Urofsky, a noted scholar in legal history.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Division & Discord' contains a total of 313 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'Division & Discord' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Division & Discord' published? A: The book was published on March 1, 1999.
- Q: What key historical events are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses key events such as the internment of Japanese Americans, the Rosenberg trial, and the actions of Nazi saboteurs.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'Division & Discord' is categorized under Federal Jurisdiction.
- Q: Is the book suitable for readers without a legal background? A: Yes, the book is written for a general audience and provides insights into significant legal events and figures, making it accessible to readers without a legal background.
- Q: Are there any notable figures examined in the book? A: Yes, the book examines influential figures such as Hugo Black, Felix Frankfurter, William O. Douglas, and Robert H. Jackson.
- Q: What themes are prevalent in 'Division & Discord'? A: The book explores themes of judicial struggle, the evolution of U.S. jurisprudence, and the balance between individual liberties and private property rights.