John Marshall and the Constitution, a Chronicle of the Supreme Court

Written in the early 20th century by Edward Samuel Corwin, 'John Marshall and the Constitution' chronicles the life and influence of John Marshall, the fourth Chief Justice of the United States. The book examines Marshall's pivotal role in establishing the authority of the Supreme Court and the principles of the Constitution, highlighting the early struggles of the U.S. judiciary and the conflicts between state and federal powers. It provides a historical context for understanding the foundational decisions made during the Constitutional Convention and the evolution of judicial review, which solidified the Court's role in American governance.