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Remembering Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away on September 18, 2020. She left behind a long legacy, reflected in the multitude of books written about her for readers of all ages. 

Ruth Bader Ginsburg : the case of R. B. G. vs. inequality
Ruth Bader Ginsburg : the case of R. B. G. vs. inequality
by Jonah Winter

A picture book portrait of the controversial first Jewish woman Supreme Court Justice illuminates many of her own firsthand experiences with injustice that might have limited her opportunities, describing her prestigious education, her advocacy work as a lawyer and her important achievements with the Supreme Court.
The Story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg : A Biography Book for New Readers
The Story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg : A Biography Book for New Readers
by Susan B. Katz

Ruth Bader Ginsburg became the second woman ever to serve as a judge on the Supreme Court of the United States. Before she fought for equal rights and made history, Ruthwas a curious kid who loved to read about strong women who were making important changes. You can get inspired, too, with this biography!
I dissent : Ruth Bader Ginsburg makes her mark
I dissent : Ruth Bader Ginsburg makes her mark
by Debbie Levy

A picture book portrait of the celebrated Supreme Court justice traces her achievements through the lens of her many famous acts of civil disagreement against inequality, unfair treatment and human rights injustice. 
No truth without Ruth : the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
No truth without Ruth : the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
by Kathleen Krull

An empowering introductory portrait of the second female justice of the Supreme Court describes how she faced discrimination because of her gender throughout her education and working life, revealing how her efforts to show how discrimination hurts everyone helped promote new initiatives in the fight for equality.
Ruth objects : the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Ruth objects : the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
by Doreen Rappaport

A portrait of the trailblazing Supreme Court Justice describes the prejudices that challenged her pursuit of an education and a career in law, her achievements as the second woman ever appointed to the Supreme Court and her important contributions to high-profile cases. 
Dissenter on the bench : Ruth Bader Ginsburg's life and work
Dissenter on the bench : Ruth Bader Ginsburg's life and work
by Victoria Ortiz

Interweaves dramatically narrated case histories from Justice Ginsburg's iconic career with stories about her childhood, education, marriage and remarkable legal career, sharing insights into her fierce principles and passionate concerns about gender equality, fairness and constitutional rights. 
Becoming RBG : Ruth Bader Ginsburg's journey to justice
Becoming RBG : Ruth Bader Ginsburg's journey to justice
by Debbie Levy

The award-winning author of I Dissent presents a portrait of the Supreme Court Justice and modern feminist icon that reveals the personal experiences that shaped her philosophy about how lasting change can be accomplished one step at a time.
Notorious RBG : the life and times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Notorious RBG : the life and times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
by Irin Carmon

In a lively illustrated biography of the feminist icon and legal pioneer, readers can get to know the Supreme Court Justice and fierce Jewish grandmother, who has changed the world despite our struggle with the unfinished business of gender equality and civil rights, standing as a testament to what a little chutzpah can do. 
Ruth Bader Ginsburg : a life
Ruth Bader Ginsburg : a life
by Jane Sherron De Hart

An extensively researched portrait of the 107th Supreme Court justice—written in cooperation with Ginsburg, associates, friends and family members—explores her passionate advocacy of gender equality, role in key historical changes and transformative legal influence.
The unstoppable Ruth Bader Ginsburg : American icon
The unstoppable Ruth Bader Ginsburg : American icon
by Antonia Felix

Offers an unofficial pictorial retrospective of the celebrated jurist, including her formative years in Brooklyn, her professional life, and her marriage.
Decisions and dissents of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg : a selection
Decisions and dissents of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg : a selection
by Ruth Bader Ginsburg

The trailblazing Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in her own words. Her most essential writings on gender equality and women's rights, reproductive health care, and voting and civil rights.
My own words
My own words
by Ruth Bader Ginsburg

A first book by the Supreme Court Justice since her 1993 appointment collects engaging, serious and playful writings and speeches on topics ranging from gender equality and the workings of the Court to Judaism and the value of looking beyond U.S. shores when interpreting the Constitution.
The RBG way : the secrets of Ruth Bader Ginsburg's success
The RBG way : the secrets of Ruth Bader Ginsburg's success
by Rebecca Gibian

Given her incredible tenure as a Supreme Court justice as well as her monumental impact on the modern women's rights movement, Ginsburg has become one of the most prominent political leaders of today. This book offers wisdom from her, based on comments she has made on particular topics of importance.
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