Marbury V. Madison: Powers of the Supreme Court (Landmark Supreme Court Cases) [Library Binding]

David DeVillers (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 11 and up | Grade Level: 6 and up | Series: Landmark Supreme Court Cases

Discusses the case Marbury v. Madison in which the idea of judicial review became part of the federal government's system of checks and balances.

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From School Library Journal

Gr 6 Up--Two volumes that provide histories of important U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Both are written in a clear and forthright manner and have appropriate black-and-white photos and reproductions throughout the narratives. The Bakke Case presents an overview of discrimination in America, the evolution of Civil Rights, and the basic tenets of affirmative action. Banfield emphasizes the fact that the results of this case are still being evaluated and applied and provides a valuable assessment of the current state of affirmative action. In Marbury v. Madison, the historical and political context for this case, which established judicial review, is presented up front. The battles between the state and federal courts in terms of jurisdiction and the immense ramifications of this decision are clearly presented. Since it has played so crucial a role in the development of the powers of the federal government and in defining the role of the federal judiciary, the emphasis that DeVillers places on the long-term effects seems justified. These basically sound and informative volumes conclude with some thoughtful discussion questions. Marbury has a "You Be the Judge" test-case scenario that calls on readers to apply the principles of that decision.

Steve Matthews, Foxcroft School, Middleburg, VA

Copyright 1998 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 11 and up
  
• Library Binding: 112 pages
• Publisher: Enslow Publishers (January 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0894909673
• ISBN-13: 978-0894909672
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,082,835 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I am a law student and used this book to learn judicial rev., September 24, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Marbury V. Madison: Powers of the Supreme Court (Landmark Supreme Court Cases) (Library Binding)

As a law student judicial review and the case of Marbury v Madison seemed very complicated. When I saw david devillers book I picked it up and started reading. He made the entire case and concepts easy to understand. I wish my law professors could have done the same.

3.0 out of 5 stars Kick but court cases, January 31, 2005

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This review is from: Marbury V. Madison: Powers of the Supreme Court (Landmark Supreme Court Cases) (Library Binding)

Briefly this book is about court cases. It is about Supreme Court cases. Marbury wanted Madison to bring him the commission. But Madison refuse to do so. So Marbury took this problem to the Supreme Court. So the Supreme court charge Madison with treason.

I did not like this book because it did not give me enough information. It was boring in the begining but i got through with it. I thought that the at the end of the book it was ok.

5.0 out of 5 stars Will make Marbury v. Madison fascinating for your students, February 12, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Marbury V. Madison: Powers of the Supreme Court (Landmark Supreme Court Cases) (Library Binding)

If you teach American history to your students, this book is an absolute MUST. If you have had trouble keeping your students awake for MvM, your problem is solved. Devillers has found a way to explain this most important foundational case in a way that will not only wake your students up, but will also light a fire in them to learn more about history and law. Also, check out the author's other book on Amazon.com, titled "The John Brown Slavery Revolt Trial"