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The Oath

Jeffrey Toobin
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The Oath

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012

Book Brief

Jeffrey Toobin

The Oath

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

576

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
American Literature

Biography
Setting

Washington, D.C. • 2010s

Topic
US History

World History

Politics & Government
Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Oath: The Obama White House and the Supreme Court by Jeffrey Toobin chronicles the ideological rift between President Obama and Chief Justice Roberts, exploring their contrasting approaches to the Constitution and the legal stakes of the 2012 presidential election. The book details the early years of the Roberts Court, significant Supreme Court cases, and observations about key justices' philosophies.

Informative

Mysterious

Challenging

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.2

5,048 ratings

75%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jeffrey Toobin's The Oath receives praise for its insightful exploration of the ideological clash between the Obama administration and the Supreme Court. Readers appreciate Toobin's engaging writing and nuanced analysis. However, some critiques mention a perceived bias towards liberal viewpoints and occasional legal jargon complexity. Overall, it’s informative for those interested in judicial politics.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Oath?

A reader who would enjoy The Oath by Jeffrey Toobin is likely someone interested in American politics, the Supreme Court, and constitutional law. Fans of The Nine or The Brethren would appreciate Toobin's insightful analysis and engaging narrative on the judicial and political dynamics during the Obama administration.

4.2

5,048 ratings

75%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

576

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
American Literature

Biography
Setting

Washington, D.C. • 2010s

Topic
US History

World History

Politics & Government
Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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