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"The Supreme Court" grew out of a unique opportunity to interview
all nine sitting Supreme Court Justices plus retired Justice
O'Connor for a documentary on the Supreme Court. Through Brian Lamb
and Susan Swain's interviews with our country's most influential
judges, the book offers portraits of the Justices that introduces
readers to the closed world of the Supreme Court, and what's it's
really like to serve on the nation's highest Court.
Accompanying the Justices around the Supreme Court, and through
offices steeped in historic memorabilia, Lamb and Swain offer
readers a window into a fascinating world to which few have had
access. In these pages, Justice Sotomayor reflects on her first
impressions of the job and the acclimation process. Justice Breyer
takes us behind the scenes on a private tour of his Chambers as he
describes how the Court works. And Chief Justice Roberts talks
about the role of the Court in Society, the role of the Chief
Justice, and the process of deciding cases.
Enriching this unique material are interviews with journalists,
court historians, and other experts on the Court. Journalists Joan
Biskupic and Lyle Denniston (the longest serving Supreme Court
reporter) talk about the process that unfolds in the Court and the
impact of a new member of the Court. Clerk of the Supreme Court
William Suter provides insights into the traditions of the Court.
Historian Jim O'Hara discusses the Supreme Court building and its
history. Two attorneys who have argued numerous cases in front of
the Supreme Court tell readers what it's like facing the justices
in fast paced oral arguments.
Vividly illustrated with color photographs, the book is a
perfect gift for anyone interested in the makings of this powerful
institution.
From Abraham Lincoln's political savvy and rhetorical gifts to
James Buchanan's indecisiveness, this book teaches much about what
makes a great leader--and what does not.Over a period of decades,
C-SPAN has surveyed leading historians on the best and worst of
America's presidents across a variety of categories -- their
ability to persuade the public, their leadership skills, their
moral authority, and more. The crucible of the presidency has
forged some of the very best and very worst leaders in our national
history, along with much in between.Based on interviews conducted
over the years with a variety of presidential biographers, this
book provides not just a complete ranking of our presidents, but
stories and analyses that capture the character of the men who held
the office. As America looks ahead to our next election, this book
offers perspective and criteria that may help us choose our next
leader wisely.
From Abraham Lincoln's political savvy and rhetorical gifts to
James Buchanan's indecisiveness, this book teaches much about what
makes a great leader--and what does not. Over a period of decades,
C-SPAN has surveyed leading historians on the best and worst of
America's presidents across a variety of categories -- their
ability to persuade the public, their leadership skills, their
moral authority, and more. The crucible of the presidency has
forged some of the very best and very worst leaders in our national
history, along with much in between. Based on interviews conducted
over the years with a variety of presidential biographers, this
book provides not just a complete ranking of our presidents, but
stories and analyses that capture the character of the men who held
the office. As America looks ahead to our next election, this book
offers perspective and criteria that may help us choose our next
leader wisely.
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Bounty (Paperback)
Susan Swain
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R352
Discovery Miles 3 520
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It's all about money and the prize is a magnificent estate called
Bounty. Perce is used to getting what he wants and he wants Bounty,
but getting it isn't going to be easy. The current owner won't give
it up without a fight. And when Perce falls victim to a serious
illness, there's something very suspicious about the man who
suddenly wants to be his friend. Who is CJ and what does he really
want?
The Lily Liver Series of rhyming stories introduces dalmatians Lily
Liver and Two Pi R. Lily Liver learns to play ball with Boomerang
the labrador in On the Ball. In On the Run, while Billy Brown the
border collie guides the dalmatians, cocker spaniels Yankee Sam and
Jake and Joe, and Australian terriers Sadie and her sister on their
daily walk, they are ambushed by Wiley Shep. Can Billy protect his
'flock' from Wiley? Follow Lily in On the Plate as she tries to
steal food from Herman the German shepherd and Pat the cat, Yankee
Sam, and the sparrows. In On the Call Lily Liver and Two Pi R talk
'dog' with Laika, Billy Brown, and Boomerang.
The first of three rhyming stories, Bella Fire Dog, is about how
Bella's dream of being a fire dog is realized. Coach Dog Dick tells
how Dick connects with his coach dog forbears. Nightmare Winnie is
about what happens when Winnie's dream takes flight.
The first of the three rhyming stories, Guide Dog Scout, is about
Scout's journey through puppy training to graduation as Samantha's
guide dog. Bosun Hangs His Harness Up is about retiring guide dog
Bosun's journey home to his puppy walkers. Listen Up Lucky Pup is
about how a homeless dog's special talents are recognised by
shelter staff leading to a rewarding career for the lucky pup.
Title: Rambles in an Old City (Norwich) comprising antiquarian,
historical, biographical and political associations.Publisher:
British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is
the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the
world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items
in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers,
sound recordings, patents, maps, stamps, prints and much more. Its
collections include around 14 million books, along with substantial
additional collections of manuscripts and historical items dating
back as far as 300 BC.The GENERAL HISTORICAL collection includes
books from the British Library digitised by Microsoft. This varied
collection includes material that gives readers a 19th century view
of the world. Topics include health, education, economics,
agriculture, environment, technology, culture, politics, labour and
industry, mining, penal policy, and social order. ++++The below
data was compiled from various identification fields in the
bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an
additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++
British Library Madders, Susan Swain; 1853. 8 . 1303.d.2.
What happens when hog meets dog? Find out in the first of the two
rhyming stories, Humble Hedgehog, when Humble meets Tank the
labrador. Set in a New Zealand garden, Fidget Fantail is about what
happens when Tactic the cat follows Fidget home.
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone
In this beautifully designed volume, America's top Lincoln
historians offer a diverse array of perspectives on the life and
legacy of America's sixteenth president. Spanning Lincoln's
life,from his early career as a Springfield lawyer, to his
presidential reign during one of America's most troubled historical
periods, to his assassination in 1865,these essays, developed from
original C-SPAN interviews, provide a compelling, composite
portrait of Lincoln, one that offers up new stories and fresh
insights on a defining leader. Extras include a timeline of
Lincoln's life, brief biographies of the 56 contributors, and
Lincoln's most famous speeches.
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