Description
Book SynopsisIn addition to citing case law, Judges have traditionally used recognized legal maxims or treatise citations to support their rulings. But today's judiciary is becoming more apt to use pop culture, modern music, as well as humor in their decisions. This book gives examples of how songs and their lyrics have influenced judges, provided themes for their decisions, and helped make existing law more accessible to lay persons. Mark W. Klingensmith examines the clever ways judges have used them to enhance their judicial writings and how modern day musical lyrics that have effectively become recognized legal maxims by the courts.
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Trade ReviewA brilliant deep dive into the use of musical lyrics in judicial opinions – rock, pop, rap, operetta, country... it’s all here. I will use this as an on-my-desk reference for as long as I keep writing. What a treat. -- Michael L. Perlin, professor emeritus, New York Law School and author of Tangled Up in Law: The Jurisprudence of Bob Dylan, Fordham Urban Law Journal (2011)
Table of ContentsChapter One: Overview
Chapter Two: The Beatles
Chapter Three: Bob Dylan
Chapter Four: Rock Music
Chapter Five: Pop Music
Chapter Six: Musical Standards
Chapter Seven: Rhythm & Blues
Chapter Eight: Folk Music
Chapter Nine: Rap Music
Chapter Ten: Country Music
Chapter Eleven: Gilbert & Sullivan
Chapter Twelve: Stage & Film
Chapter Thirteen: Musical Legal Maxims
