May it Please the Court

Peter H Irons, Stephanie Guitton

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English

The New Press
30 January 1995

Law; Constitutional & administrative law

Now available in paperback, this bestselling collection of Supreme Court transcripts presents 23 of the most significant oral arguments made before the court since 1955. Also includes an introduction in which lawyers discuss their historic arguments, background to each of the cases, and excerpt s from the Courts opinions.

Edited by: Peter H Irons, Stephanie Guitton
Imprint: The New Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 163mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 562g
ISBN: 9781565840522
ISBN 10: 1565840526
Pages: 400
Publication Date: 30 January 1995
Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , A / AS level , ELT Advanced
Format: Book
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for May it Please the Court

A fascinating you-are-there experience. . . An ear to history in the making. -- William Safire ""One of the most effective teaching tools available."" --""The Washington Post"" ""A front-row seat in America's most powerful courtroom, where very, very few have had the opportunity to sit."" --""American Bar Association Journal"" ""A treasure trove . . . that provides insight into the Supreme Court and the judicial process that is otherwise available only to those who find themselves in Washington, D.C., at just the right time."" --""Los Angeles Times Book Review"" ""A strong and direct whiff of history."" --""The New York Times Book Review""