Our Changing Constitution (eBook)

The Evolution of American Governance and Legal Interpretation

Charles W. Pierson (Autor)

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2019
174 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406618020-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "Our Changing Constitution," Charles W. Pierson presents a rigorous examination of the evolving nature of the United States Constitution, situating it within a rich historical and political context. Through a blend of legal analysis and historical narrative, Pierson explores landmark Supreme Court decisions, key amendments, and evolving interpretations that reflect changing societal values. His clear prose and scholarly approach invite readers to consider both the flexibility and resilience of the constitutional framework amid contemporary challenges, making a compelling case for its relevance in modern governance. Charles W. Pierson, a noted legal scholar with extensive experience in constitutional law and public policy, draws upon his background to unpack the dynamic interplay between law and society. His career, marked by a commitment to educating future generations about constitutional principles, informs his insights into the foundational document of American democracy. Pierson's nuanced understanding of historical contexts and legal precedents sheds light on how the Constitution has been shaped by cultural shifts and pivotal events throughout American history. This book is essential for anyone interested in the intricate workings of the Constitution and its enduring impact on American life. Scholars, students, and general readers will find Pierson's arguments illuminating and provocative, offering a fresh lens through which to view the Constitution's past and its potential for the future.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 17.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Themenwelt: Recht / Steuern ► Öffentliches Recht
• Schlagworte: Academic resource students • American governance changes • American History • Constitutional Amendments • constitutional amendments study • Constitutional evolution • Constitutional History • Constitutional Interpretation • constitutional law • distinct legal perspectives • Government • historical legal analysis • judicial branch • Legal Studies • Legislation • political ideology impact • Political Science • Politics and government • Scholarly accessible writing • societal shifts influence • United States • United States constitution • U.S. legal history