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Explores the creation of the Supreme Court, the highest court in the United States, discusses how it has changed over time, and looks at some of the Court's most significant decisions.

An overview of the history, structure, and function of the United States Supreme Court.

Collects articles from "The New York Times" to examine the history and influence of the Supreme Court on states and other branches of government, exploring themes such as rights, freedoms, crimes, and other issues drawn from letters to the editor, news stories, and Op Ed essays.

A comprehensive guide to the Supreme Court, examining the Court as a political institution, describing how it operates, and offering explanations for its behavior.

Traces the history of the Supreme Court, looking at how it has changed since its inception, discusses some of the major cases considered by the Court since the 1970s, and considers the continuity between the Rehnquist Court and its predecessor, the Warren Court of the 1950s and 60s.

Describes the history, purpose, and structure of the U.S. Supreme Court and discusses famous cases and the significance of early-nineteenth-century chief justice John Marshall.