Jay and Ellsworth, The First Courts: Justices, Rulings, and Legacy

This hardcover edition is ex-library, showing typical markings and labels associated with library use. The dust jacket is worn, with noticeable edge wear, but remains intact. The binding is solid, ensuring the book's durability for further reading and study.

"Jay and Ellsworth, The First Courts: Justices, Rulings, and Legacy" by Matthew P. Harrington is published by ABC-CLIO in 2008. This hardcover edition provides a detailed exploration of the early years of the United States Supreme Court under the leadership of Chief Justices John Jay and Oliver Ellsworth. The book delves into the pivotal rulings and the lasting impact these early courts had on the American legal system. Harrington, a scholar from Université de Montreal, brings an academic perspective to this historical analysis. This edition is part of the ABC-CLIO Supreme Court Handbooks series and is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of the U.S. judiciary. The book is ex-library, indicating previous institutional use, and features a worn dust jacket with some edge wear. Despite these signs of wear, the content remains a significant contribution to legal history studies.