The Supreme Court, 9th Edition 9th Edition
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The ninth edition makes use of new scholarship on the Court, from research on the role of precedent to important biographies of Justice Blackmun and Justice O'Connor. This authoritative introduction to the nation's highest judicial body describes the Court's personalities and procedures, delving deeply to explain the actions of the Court and the behavior of justices. Through Baum's straightforward yet lively prose, students begin to understand the Court's complexity and reach.
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- Publisher : CQ Press; 9th edition (October 5, 2006)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 230 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1933116854
- ISBN-13 : 978-1933116853
- Item Weight : 1 pounds
- Dimensions : 6.25 x 0.25 x 9 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #4,391,564 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1,704 in Courts & Law
- #5,321 in Government
- #5,345 in United States National Government
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Dr. Baum separates the book in to sections, each addressing the major components of the Court: the Justices, the selection of cases, the decision making process, the policy outputs, and lastly, the impact of the Court on the other branches of government and society as a whole.
Aside from discussing the mechanics of the Court, Baum delves into its broader impact on both the executive and legislative branch, the creation of public policy, and the shaping of America.
In conclusion, Baum's book is an excellent work covering the many aspects of the Supreme Court, written in a clear and interesting manner.

