The Taney Court - Justices, Rulings, and Legacy

An exploration of the U.S. Supreme Court during an era of dramatic sectionalism, slavery, and the Civil War. presents an in-depth analysis of the decisions and impact of the U.S. Supreme Court during the three-decade tenure of Roger B. Taney, one of the most important chief justices in U.S. history. A careful analysis of landmark decisions such as Dred Scott v. Sandford , Charles River Bridge v. Warren Bridge , and Prigg v. Pennsylvania shows how the court interpreted issues of commerce, contracts, slavery, and separation of powers, and how, despite its perception as being pro-states rights, it actually expanded federal judicial power. Profiles of the 20 justices who served on the Taney Court place a special emphasis on those who made the most significant impact, including Taney, Joseph Story, Benjamin Curtis, and John A. Campbell.>

About the author

Timothy S. Huebner is associate professor of history at Rhodes College in Memphis, TN.

Product details

• Authors: Timothy S. Heubner, Timothy S Huebner, Timothy S. Huebner
• Publisher: Abc Clio Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 06.10.2003
• EAN: 9781576073681
• ISBN: 978-1-57607-368-1
• No. of pages: 304
• Subject: Social sciences, law, business > Law > Miscellaneous