General Principles of Constitutional Law in the United States of America (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Cooley, Thomas McIntyre McIntyre

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1440056358 ISBN 13 : 9781440056352

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book delves into the fundamental principles of American constitutional law, offering a comprehensive analysis of the federal system and its intricate relationship with the states. The author emphasizes the practical application of these principles, drawing from historical events and landmark judicial decisions to provide a grounded understanding of how the Constitution functions in real-world scenarios. The book examines the distribution of power among the different branches of government, exploring the powers and limitations of Congress, the Executive, and the Judiciary. It traces the evolution of the Constitution, revealing how the original structure has been adapted through amendments, particularly in the realm of individual rights. The book also explores the complex balance between federal and state authority, shedding light on how these two levels of government interact and, at times, clash in the pursuit of common goals. The author skillfully illuminates the enduring relevance of the Constitution as a living document, demonstrating how its principles have shaped the American experience and continue to serve as a foundation for governance.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

The design has been to present succinctly the general principles of constitutional law, whether they pertain to the federal system, or to the state system, or to both. Formerly, the structure of the federal constitutional government was so distinct from that of the States, that each might usefully be examined and discussed apart from the other; but the points of contact and dependence have been so largely increased by the recent amendments to the federal Constitution that a different course is now deemed advisable. Some general principles of constitutional law, which formerly were left exclusively to state protection, are now brought within the purview of the federal power, and any useful presentation of them must show the part they take in federal as well as state government. An attempt has been made to do this in the following pages.
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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1440056358
• ISBN 13: 9781440056352
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 454
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