The Supreme Court eBook

Connecting recent events to their effects on the courts, policy, and society, theThirteenth EditionofThe 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.