The Papers of John Marshall: Vol. I: Correspondence and Papers, November 10, 1775-June 23, 1788, and Account Book, September 1783-June 1788

by John Marshall and Herbert A. Johnson

Book Overview

Collected here are correspondence, papers, and legal documents--including selected judicial opinions--of American jurist John Marshall. Revolutionary officer, congressman, and secretary of state before his appointment to the Supreme Court, Marshall served as the Court's fourth Chief Justice. In this capacity, he helped define the role of the Court and elevate its status, as he interpreted the Constitution from the bench. The documents presented in...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0807812331
• ISBN13: 9780807812334
• Release Date: November 1974
• Publisher: Omohundro Institute and Unc Press
• Length: 494 Pages
• Weight: 2.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.4" x 9.5"