Genre
Non-fiction
Setting and Context
The book is set across Rosen's friendship with Ginsburg, which spanned many years.
Narrator and Point of View
The narrator is Rosen, who knew Ginsburg personally.
Tone and Mood
The tone of the book is informative and is sometimes humorous.
Protagonist and Antagonist
The protagonist is Ruth, and the antagonists are the people who put obstacles in her way to achieving gender equality.
Major Conflict
The major conflict of this book is to present an informative account of Ruth's achievements and struggles.
Climax
There is no clear climax in the book as it is non-fiction.
Foreshadowing
Rosen's description of Ruth at the beginning of the book foreshadows her formidable and strong nature.
Understatement
Throughout her life, Ruth was continually underestimated and understated.
Allusions
The book alludes to Thurgood Marshall, a well-known lawyer who worked on the case Brown v. Board of Education.
Imagery
Imagery is used to describe the flowers Rosen bought for Ruth, that reminded her of spring.
Paradox
Ruth was the most talented student in her class, but many law firms refused to hire her.
Parallelism
A parallel is drawn between Ruth and Thurgood Marshall, as they both employed similar tactics.
Metonymy and Synecdoche
The legal system is referred to as the "court."
Personification
N/A
