Amar, Akhil Reed

The Constitution Today

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ISBN 13:
9781541617285
author:
Amar, Akhil Reed
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Basic Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
480
Dimensions:
21.6 x 13.5 centimetres
Genre:
History, United States, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£13.49

Description

The Constitution Today: Timeless Lessons for the Issues of Our Era by Akhil Reed Amar Akhil Reed Amar, America's preeminent constitutional scholar, offers a comprehensive guide to understanding the US Constitution and its relevance in today's debates. This book explores the biggest and most contentious issues of the last two decades, from gun control to gay marriage, affirmative action to criminal procedure. Through his analysis of the Constitution's text, history, and structure, Amar shows how specific rules and grand themes provide crucial insights into America's body politic. By examining the constitutional questions at stake in each episode, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the issues that shape the country today. This book provides an essential framework for anyone seeking to understand the US Constitution and its enduring significance.

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