Publisher: Cavendish Square

Copyright Date: 2020

Edition Date: 2020 Release Date: 07/30/19

Pages: 128 pages

ISBN: 1-502-64555-6

ISBN 13: 978-1-502-64555-5

Dewey: 921

LCCN: 2018047207

Dimensions: 24 cm.

Subject Heading:
Thomas, Clarence,. 1948-. Juvenile literature.
Thomas, Clarence,. 1948-.
United States. Supreme Court. Officials and employees. Biography. Juvenile literature.
African American judges. Biography. Juvenile literature.
Judges. United States. Biography. Juvenile literature.
Political questions and judicial power. United States. Juvenile literature.
African American judges.
Judges.
Political questions and judicial power.

Language: English

Bibliography Index/Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages 111-124) and index.

Word Count: 19,330

Reading Level: 8.1

Interest Level: 9-12

Accelerated Reader: reading level: 8.1 / points: 3.0 / quiz: 550588 / grade: Upper Grades

Guided Reading Level: Z

How does a man born into rural poverty overcome prejudice, anger, and a brutal confirmation battle to become the second African American to serve on the highest court in the United States? This book uses sidebars, full-color photographs, and primary sources to explore the life and accomplishments of Justice Clarence Thomas. It highlights his reputation for verbal silence and written dissent, and dives into his judicial philosophy. It illustrates how his unique brand of originalism has impacted Supreme Court decisions involving key constitutional provisions and major issues, such as the possibility of overturning settled law. It delves into the perspectives of his colleagues on the court and his relationships with them. Several sidebars detail some of the inner workings of the Supreme Court. Readers will learn of its procedures and traditions, the role of law clerks, and the contrast between judicial activism and judicial restraint. This essential biography provides a comprehensive view of a man involved in one of the most influential branches of government today.