Forty of Justice Marshall's opinions ruling on such issues as civil rights, education, abortion, and capital punishment are introduced by a law professor who highlights the issues and illuminates the workings of an astute legal mind. 35,000 first printing.
A collection of 15 opinions and dissents of this national defender of individual liberties and civil rights, as well as personal recollections of Marshall's closest associates. Nominated for the NAACP Image Award. "A hearty tribute . . . I hope Clarence Thomas reads it."--Los Angeles Times Book Review.
The story of the first African American to serve on the United States Supreme Court describes his coming of age during a time of legalized segregation and his achievements as council to the NAACP. Original.
A biography of one of the greatest justices in the history of the Supreme Court focuses on his idealistic college years, his first years as a lawyer, his landmark victory in Brown v. Board of Education, and much more.