Oliver Wendell Holmes: A Life In War, Law, And Ideas

Oliver Wendell Holmes: A Life In War, Law, And Ideas

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Consistently Gripping. [I]Ts Possessed Of A Zest And Omnivorous Curiosity That Reflects The Boundless Energy Of Its Subject. Steve Donoghue, Christian Science Monitoroliver Wendell Holmes Escaped Death Twice As A Young Union Officer In The Civil War. He Lived Ever After With Unwavering Moral Courage, Unremitting Scorn For Dogma, And An Insatiable Intellectual Curiosity. During His Nearly Three Decades On The Supreme Court, He Wrote A Series Of Opinions That Would Prove Prophetic In Securing Freedom Of Speech, Protecting The Rights Of Criminal Defendants, And Ending The Courts Reactionary Resistance To Social And Economic Reforms.As A Pioneering Legal Scholar, Holmes Revolutionized The Understanding Of Common Law. As An Enthusiastic Friend, He Wrote Thousands Of Letters Brimming With An Abiding Joy In Fighting The Good Fight. Drawing On Many Previously Unpublished Letters And Records, Stephen Budiansky Offers The Fullest Portrait Yet Of This Pivotal American Figure. 90 Illustrations

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  • Q: Who is the author of 'Oliver Wendell Holmes: A Life in War, Law, and Ideas'? A: The author of the book is Stephen Budiansky.
  • Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 2, 2020.
  • Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: The book explores themes of moral courage, intellectual curiosity, and the evolution of legal thought as exemplified by Oliver Wendell Holmes.
  • Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 592 pages.
  • Q: What type of binding is used for this edition? A: This edition is a paperback binding.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in legal history? A: Yes, the book offers insights into legal history, especially regarding the contributions of Oliver Wendell Holmes to common law and Supreme Court decisions.
  • Q: Are there any illustrations included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes 90 illustrations.
  • Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
  • Q: Does this book include previously unpublished letters? A: Yes, it draws on many previously unpublished letters and records to provide a fuller portrait of Oliver Wendell Holmes.
  • Q: Is this book a reprint edition? A: Yes, this is a reprint edition.

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