John Marshall by James Bradley Thayer

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Author Thayer, James Bradley, 1831-1902
LoC No. 01031929
Title John Marshall
Series Title Riverside Biographical Series, number 7
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Summary "John Marshall" by James Bradley Thayer is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the life and legacy of John Marshall, the fourth Chief Justice of the United States, emphasizing his contributions to American constitutional law and his character evolution. Through this work, the author aims to illuminate Marshall’s significant role in shaping the judicial system and the nation itself. The opening of the biography sets the stage by delving into Marshall's early life, detailing the context of his upbringing in Virginia and highlighting the profound influence of his father and the colonial atmosphere of the time. It provides insight into the formative experiences that shaped his character, including his education, military service during the Revolutionary War, and early legal career. Thayer crafts a rich narrative that paints Marshall not just as a prominent jurist but as a devoted family man and a curious intellectual, setting a foundation for understanding his later achievements as a pivotal figure in establishing the authority of the Supreme Court and the framework of American law. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
LoC Class KF: Law in general, Comparative and uniform law, Jurisprudence: United States
Subject Marshall, John, 1755-1835
Category Text
EBook-No. 56088
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 7, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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