UNSTOPPABLE RUTH BADER GINSBURG

Excellent ouvrage (publié en 2018), magnifiquement illustré, sur l'extraordinaire parcours de vie (et pas que professionnel) de la juge à la cour suprême des Etats-Unis : Ruth Bader Ginsburg (familierement connue sous l'acronyme RBG). Sa vie est placée sous l'étoile de l'excellence et du combat : Excellence scolaire et universitaire la conduisant à Harvard (2 jeunes femmes reçues sur une vaste promotion d'hommes; Excellence comme professeur de droit dans des universités prestigieuses et enfin comme juge fédéral. Enfin, sa nomination à La Cour Suprême constituera une sorte de sacre où s'engagera pour elle une lutte de tous les instants contre les préjugés de toutes sortes, pour l'égalité des droits etc. À l'aube de sa vie, plusieurs combats personnels contre divers cancers ont fini par avoir raison de cette brillante dame auréolée d'intelligence, d' une énorme culture générale (grande amatrice d'opéras entre autre) et qui a conquis le coeur de nombreux Américains par sa simplicité et sa prestance.

This new book on Justice Ginsburg looks like just another coffee table volume--don't be misled. This multifaceted book is at once a biography of RBG, a collection of outstanding pictures and paintings of the Justice, an intimate look into her chambers and private life, and a grouping of some of her outstanding public statements. Proceeding chronologically, the text is divided into four parts: Origins; Breaking Barriers; Making Her Case; and Longevity & Legacy. The art work is nothing short of astounding quality, drawn from it appears private family photos, news pictures, the Supreme Court collections, and White House sources. While the text is not extensive or detailed, the author has done an effective job in matching up the narrative with pertinent pictures and other materials. In addition, a number of the Justice's public statements are included with complementary photos. All together these separate elements join to make a powerfully effective presentation.One aspect that is stressed more here than in other studies of the Justice are her strong ties to Judaism, a powerful element shaping her life and judicial outlook. A good judicial biography affords the reader insight into what makes the judge "tick," and we gain a helpful perspective on the Justice here. While there is not extensive discussion of cases, some of the most important are touched upon here. For example, what must be the Justice's favorite of her decisions, the Virginia Military Institute case, is discussed by the author, examined by the Justice in her statement from the bench announcing the decision in 1996, and then supplemented by photos of the Justice visiting VMI 10 years after the decision. This is a prime example of the author's skillful merging of text, judicial statements, and photos into an effective whole. In other cases, the narrative is also supported by contemporary courtroom sketches of the actual arguments.The final part on the Justice's legacy and longevity is the most poignant, as she approaches 95. She certainly seems to enjoy the recent "notorious RBG" wave of attention, and the pictures prove it. Even a picture of her fitness coach is included which is quite important, since being in fighting trim keeps her going. Scenes of her with Justice Scalia demonstrate how close these two disparate Justice were; here they seen riding elephants and participating in operas. And soon we will have a new film joining the current documentary on the Justice. Her enjoyment is certainly well deserved.If you well acquainted with the Justice from other bios, as I am, you will certainly learn some new aspects from this book, and as I said, the pictures are magnificent and complement any more traditional biography. If you plan to read only one book on the Justice, there is plenty of meat on the bones here to facilitate becoming somewhat familiar with the Justice and her history. All I can say is that I have read and reviewed every RBG book and bio out there, and I found it not only an informative but also a pleasant read.

Got this book for my granddaughter who is very involved in human rights! Great book about a great woman and Supreme Court Justice!!

The Unstoppable Ruth Bader Ginsberg is a book that I thoroughly enjoyed reading. It was the look on Justice Ginsberg's face that prompted me to buy this book. I was browsing on Amazon looking for my own book when this book popped up. By my being the first African American female to win a seat on the Mississippi Court of Appeals, i can certainly identify with Justice Ginsberg's strong determination. The energy, commitment, and stamina that Justice Ginsberg possesses is reflected in this book. Justice Ginsberg is truly an American icon in the field of law.Ceola James

This a great book about one of the most influential people in modern American history. Aside from all the wonderful biographical information, the amazing photography, and the stunning design I lovethe size of the book. It really helps you enjoy this pice of Americana.