Life Of Oliver Wendell Holmes

By Emma Elizabeth Brown

Book Overview

The Life of Oliver Wendell Holmes is a biographical book written by E.E. Brown that explores the life and legacy of one of America's most famous jurists and writers. Oliver Wendell Holmes was a Supreme Court Justice who served from 1902 to 1932, and he is known for his influential opinions on free speech, civil liberties, and the role of the judiciary in American society. The book begins with an overview of Holmes' early life, including his childhood in Boston and his education at Harvard College and Harvard Law School. It then follows his career as a lawyer and judge, including his time as a member of the Massachusetts Supreme Court and his eventual appointment to the U.S. Supreme Court. Throughout the book, Brown provides insight into Holmes' personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, as well as his intellectual and philosophical development. The book also explores the impact of Holmes' ideas on American law and society, including his views on the limits of government power, the importance of individual rights, and the role of the courts in interpreting the Constitution. Overall, The Life of Oliver Wendell Holmes is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life and legacy of one of America's most influential thinkers and jurists.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417957603
• ISBN13: 9781417957606
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"