Oxford University Press Foreign Affairs and the United States Constitution

This is a new edition of the author's "classic" book, long since out of print. Published originally in 1972 it rapidly established itself as the leading work dealing with mysteries of the US constitutional system as it affects US foreign relations. The new edition has been reconceived, reorganized and completely updated, but in essence it remains a succinct and highly readable account of a subject which is important not only in the US, but throughout the world. Review Henkin comes as close to providing understanding as an honest expert can.-- The New York Times Book Review Henkin's book is extremely important for our time.-- Choice In lucidity, comprehensiveness, thoroughness, it offers rich resources to us all.-- American Political Science Review A wise and graceful book.-- Harvard Law Review First rate scholarship and first rate writing....I applaud Henkin's masterful work. One of the great values of the book is that it speaks not just to the present, but to future generations, Henkin's articulate elaboration of where we are as we approach the twenty-first century, and his suggestions as to where we can improve, make this book a great contribution to the discussion of foreign affairs and the Constitution for ages to come.-- American Journal of International Law ...a careful and measured analysis of the constitutional law of foreign affairs.-- Columbia Journal of Transnational Law Elegant, graceful, and lucid, the book sets a standard for legal scholarship that is almost unmatched by current writers-- Michigan Law Review Review 'Both the novice and the expert continue to benefit from the reading of this classic...The Second Edition features the usual Henkin cornerstones: a richly adorned blueprint, a solidly researched foundation, and a writing style which hammers the essentials into elegant construction.' 'Nearly 25 years has passed since the publication of the first edition of this book. This is a much-anticipated new edition, reconceived, reorganized and updated by the author...This is an exceptionally interesting and useful volume, written by a wise and experienced lawyer with a substantial knowledge of US foreign policy and international affairs in general. The material is extremely carefully selected, the judgements are clear, distinctly formulated and strongly supported by documented evidence...The book is also written with literary grace, making it enjoyable reading not only for experts but also anyone wanting to understand how US foreign policy is made. For academics, for foreign policy practitioners and for students, the author's scholarly notes, displaying a unique gathering of judicial opinion on foreign affairs, are indispenable.' 'it is the only work in its subject area. It follows its predecessor in giving a comprehensive, analytical and objective survey of the American Constitution as it impinges on foreign affairs...ir provides tables and cases and treaties, together with an expremely thorough index. Not to mention LOTS of endnotes.' ..."I would unhesitatingly recommend this book to any serious inquirer into the constitutional law of foreign relations...This is a great work of constitutional law. Henkin's book is consistently well-reasoned and persuasive...The whole work bears the mark of a perfectionist. A great deal of effort indeed must have been put into creating the structure of this book...Henkin's lean prose makes him a fine communicator...The considerable impacy of this book is not limited to the academy, Its influence extends farther afield...I agree wholeheartedly with all who have praised this book. I would also express the hope that publication of this book by Oxford University Press will gain it international recognition matching the national recognition it has attained in the United States." I would unhesitatingly recommend this book to any serious inquirer into the constitutional law of foreign relations, or ... external affairs./ This is a great work o