The Supreme Court

Connecting recent events to their effects on the courts policy and society the Thirteenth Edition of The Supreme Court provides a brief yet comprehensive introduction to the U.S. Supreme Court. In successive chapters the book examines major aspects of the Court including the selection backgrounds and departures of justices; the creation of the Courts agenda; the decision-making process and the factors that shape the Courts decisions; the substance of the Courts policies; and the Courts impact on government and American society. Delving deeply into personalities and procedures author Lawrence Baum provides a balanced explanation of the Courts actions and the behavior of its justices as he reveals its complexity reach and influence. Updated with the most recent data displayed in a lively photo program the new edition of this bestseller is one of the most engaging books on this subject available.