Preface : An American icon
Part I. Becoming Ruth. Celia's daughter ; Cornell and Marty ; Learning the law on male turf ; Sailing in "uncharted waters" ; The making of a feminist advocate ; Seizing the moment
Part II. Mounting a campaign. A first breakthrough ; Setting up shop and strategy
Part III. Learning under fire. "The case that got away" ; A "near great leap forward" ; Coping with a setback
Part IV. Moving forward. Getting back on track ; Moving forward on shifting political ground
Part V. Becoming judge and justice. An unexpected cliff-hanger ; The 107th justice ; Mother of the regiment ; "I cannot agree"
Part VI. Standing firm. Persevering in hard times ; Losing Marty and leading the minority ; Race matters ; The right thing to do ; A hobbled court ; An election and a presidency like no other
Epilogue : Legacy.