Chief Justice Fred M. Vinson of Kentucky : a political biography / James E. St. Clair and Linda C. Gugin.

Author/creator St. Clair, James E.
Other author Gugin, Linda C.
Format Book
Publication InfoLexington, Ky. : University Press of Kentucky, ©2002.
Descriptionxiv, 394 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects

Contents A long journey from "jail" -- The capitol as his oyster -- Rapid recovery and rise -- The loyal lieutenant -- Vinson's transition from legislator to jurist -- Available Vinson -- The chief justice and his court -- The chief justice, the president, and the politics of economic stabilization -- Individual rights in the cold war climate -- The dilemma of due process and the promise of equality.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. [369]-380) and index.
LCCN 2001007628
ISBN0813122473 (cloth : alk. paper)

Availability

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Joyner General Stacks KF8745.V55 S7 2002 ✔ Available Place Hold