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A History of the American Constitution - 4th Edition - Daniel A. Farber

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9798895451007
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4th Edition
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A History of the American Constitution 4th Edition Daniel A. Farber ISBN 9798895451007

The Historical Foundations of the U.S. Constitution, 4th Edition brings constitutional law to life by combining the latest historical scholarship with recent Supreme Court decisions analyzed through a historical lens, while also engaging with current events. In an era where a majority of Supreme Court Justices appear to endorse some form of originalism as the primary interpretive method, students need direct access to the historical sources and context that shaped the Constitution.

This book condenses and organizes the voluminous writings of the Framers, alongside essential historical scholarship, into a coherent and accessible format. Just as traditional casebooks distill judicial opinions for student use, this text selects and synthesizes the critical historical evidence necessary for understanding the original intent and thought of the Framers.

By offering both primary source materials and concise historical overviews, the fourth edition equips students of law and undergraduates alike with the tools to analyze constitutional questions intelligently. It provides a unique, comprehensive introduction to the history behind the Constitution and its major amendments, enabling students to form their own judgments about the "original understanding" and its relevance to modern constitutional law. This book is the only source that combines breadth, historical rigor, and accessibility in a single volume for the study of the Constitution’s origins.

A History of the American Constitution 4th Edition Daniel A. Farber ISBN 9798895451007, 979-8895451007 & 9798317705305

Authors:
Daniel A. Farber
Suzanna Sherry