The United States Constitution (eBook)

United States (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
107 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654737042-0 (EAN)

Infos

The United States Constitution, a seminal document in the annals of American democracy, offers a profound exploration of political philosophy, governance, and the principles of justice. Written in a clear yet authoritative prose, the Constitution articulates the framework of the federal government while enshrining the fundamental rights of its citizens. It stands as a remarkable testament to the Enlightenment ideals that informed the framers' intentions, combining elements of republicanism and democratic governance in a manner that continues to influence legal and political discourse to this day. The text is both an exercise in specificity and a broad vision of national identity, encapsulating the tension between federal authority and individual liberties. The authorship of the United States Constitution primarily involves figures such as James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and George Washington, whose contributions were shaped by their experiences in the American Revolution and Enlightenment thought. They sought to create a resilient governmental structure capable of adapting to the complexities of nation-building, drawing upon both the failures of the Articles of Confederation and the aspirations of the burgeoning American republic. This pivotal document is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the foundations of American democracy and the evolution of its legal framework. It invites introspection on contemporary issues of governance and civil rights, making it not only a historical artifact but a living guide for future generations.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Recht / Steuern ► Öffentliches Recht
• Schlagworte: 1783-1789 • American democracy • American foundational documents • American identity • checks and balances • citizen rights • classic political texts • Constitution • Constitutional Interpretation • constitutional law • constitutional law literature • democracy and law • foundation of American law • Founding Fathers • founding principles • Governing principles • government stability • historical government texts • historical significance • Legal interpretations • Legal prose • Political Framework • Political Philosophy • political science classics • Politics and government • primary historical documents • Separation of Powers • Sources • United States governance • United States history • US legal classics