Websters New World American Words of Freedom: The Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights―Complete Texts with Expert Commentary - Softcover

 
9780764566387: Websters New World American Words of Freedom: The Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights―Complete Texts with Expert Commentary
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0764566385 ISBN 13: 9780764566387
Verlag: Webster's New World, 2001

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Webster's New World American Words of Freedom features the complete text of and expert commentary on the documents that define democracy and frame freedom -- including the Declaration of Independence, The U.S. Constitution, The Bill of Rights and subsequent constitutional amendments. The helpful glossary of terms throughout the book enables you to understand and appreciate every word. Plus, you'll also find the text of and commentary on President George W. Bush's emotionally charged September 20, 2001 speech!

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Stephen F. Rohde practices constitutional law in Southern California. He holds a J.D. from Columbia Law School, writes and lectures widely on constitutional issues, and is president of the American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California.

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Understand the Words That Guarantee Our Freedom-and Define Our Nation The Declaration of Independence. The Constitution of the United States. The Bill of Rights and subsequent amendments. The words in these documents are the foundation of our freedom, our democracy-our very way of life in the United States. This book presents the complete texts of these crucial documents-and helps you understand what they mean for us today. Constitutional lawyer Stephen F. Rohde puts the words in context with an incisive look at historical events that surround their creation. And he explains how subsequent generations have interpreted them, offering a succinct overview of U.S. constitutional law. Featuring definitions of archaic and unfamiliar terms throughout, as well as the full text of and commentary on George W. Bush's historic speech of September 20, 2001, American Words of Freedom is an invaluable classroom resource-and an indispensable reference for every home. A Webster's New World Book www.hungryminds.com

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Verlag
Webster's New World
Erscheinungsdatum
2001
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
0764566385
ISBN 13 
9780764566387
Einband
Taschenbuch
Auflage
1
Anzahl der Seiten
192
Herausgeber
Rohde Stephen F.
Kontakt zum Hersteller
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Verantwortliche Person
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