Sandra Day O'Connor

How the First Woman on the Supreme Court Became Its Most Influential Justice

Autor*innen

• Joan Biskupic

Parameter

• 448 Seiten
• 16 Lesestunden

• Biografien & Memoiren
• Geschichte
• Politikwissenschaft
• Recht
• Sachliteratur

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The biography delves into the life of Sandra Day O'Connor, highlighting her pivotal role as the first woman on the Supreme Court and her influence on American law. Author Joan Biskupic utilizes private papers and extensive interviews to portray O'Connor as a multifaceted individual—balancing her careers in law and politics with her roles as a mother and socialite. The narrative captures her evolution from a hesitant judge to a decisive figure in shaping legal precedents, offering a nuanced view of her contributions and personal life.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2006
• Einband: Paperback