Mr. Justice Black

""Mr. Justice Black"" is a biography written by John P. Frank about the life and career of Hugo L. Black, a prominent American lawyer and Supreme Court Justice. The book covers Black's early life in Alabama, his time as a U.S. Senator, and his eventual appointment to the Supreme Court by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The author explores Black's judicial philosophy and his impact on the Court during his tenure, including his role in landmark cases such as Brown v. Board of Education and Engel v. Vitale. Frank also delves into Black's personal life, including his controversial membership in the Ku Klux Klan and his relationships with other justices. Overall, ""Mr. Justice Black"" provides a comprehensive look at one of the most influential figures in American legal history.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.