The U.S. Constitution: The Citizen's Annotated Edition (Kindle Single) (A Vintage Short)
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Book Overview
Often cited, seldom read, always essential: here is the complete U.S. Constitution demystified and explained by an acclaimed historian. Thoughtful and nuanced, lively and highly readable, it is the ultimate political fact-checking source for every American. "Raphael's annotations are written with such clarity. Indeed, the kind of clarity we need at this critical moment in our nation's history."--Carol Anderson, Winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award Presidents come and go, but the Constitution remains the supreme law of the land. It is the bedrock document from which we derive our policies on topics as diverse and galvanizing as immigration, gun ownership, voting rights, taxation, policing, and war. It dictates the structure and workings of our government; it sets forth our rights as citizens. But even the most well-informed reader can stumble on the Constitution's archaic language and historical context. In this indispensable edition, Ray Raphael gives us a modern--and nonpartisan--reading of the text, clause by clause and amendment by amendment, illuminating the origins of its content, the intentions of its framers, its evolution throughout the centuries, and its meaning today. Here is where any concerned citizen can find answers to help them navigate the issues they see in the news.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0525562540
ISBN13:9780525562542
Release Date:October 2017
Publisher:Vintage
Length:192 Pages
Weight:0.35 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 4.1" x 7.0"
Customer Reviews
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The US institution Explained?
Published by John , 4 years ago
I did not waste anytime getting into this book. I have studied the Constitution in depth on several occasions. I look at two things on a book of this sort which is to explain the topic which is the constitution thoroughly, and is this opinion or fact?
The writer just from reading two explanations is leaning one way. This is his option and not that of the writers. This is his interpretation not the facts. I would say this is not a book I would want my Grandchildren studying.this is an opinion related book. I usually make good choices but not this time. My opinion only would be if you want to learn more of what you pray never happens then read the book. He leans in one direction on most of today’s controversial issues. Sorry I waisted my money.
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