What Is the Supreme Court?

Written by Jill Abramson and Who HQ · Illustrated by Gregory Copeland

Part of the What Was . . . ? series

Discover the Supreme Court's pivotal role in shaping American lives and democracy.

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112 pages· 940L

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Explore the United States Supreme Court's profound influence on American society since 1789. This book delves into landmark decisions that ended segregation, safeguarded privacy, and redefined marriage. Uncover how justices are chosen and why their rulings are crucial to democracy. With engaging illustrations and photos, this insightful guide reveals the inner workings of the nation's highest court and its lasting impact on the country. What cases have shaped the nation, and how does this powerful institution continue to affect our lives today? Dive into the fascinating world of justice and law.

From the publisher

Hear ye, hear ye! Get ready to learn all about the most powerful court in the United States. Ever since it was established in 1789, the United States Supreme Court has had a major impact on the lives of all Americans. Some of its landmark decisions have helped end segregation, protected a person’s privacy, and allowed people to marry whomever they love. Best-selling author, former executive editor of The New York Times, and self-confessed political junkie, Jill Abramson has written a detailed and fascinating book that explains how the highest court in the United States works, who gets to serve on it, which cases have had the greatest impact on the country, and why the US justice system is so vital to democracy. With 80 black-and-white illustrations and an engaging 16-page photo insert, readers will be excited to read this addition to this New York Times Best-Selling series.

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