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Cambridge University Press The Classical Foundations of the American Constitution: Prevailing Wisdom

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The framers of the American Constitution were substantially influenced by ancient history and classical political theory, as exemplified by their education, the availability of classical readings, and their inculcation in classical republican values. This volume explores how the framing generation deployed classical learning to develop many of the essential structural aspects of the Constitution: federalism, separation of powers, a bicameral legislature, independent courts, and the war and foreign relations powers. Also examined are very contemporary constitutional debates, for which there were classical inspirations, including sovereign immunity, executive privilege, line-item vetoes, and the electoral college. Combining techniques of intellectual history, classical studies, and constitutional interpretation, this book makes a unique contribution to our understanding of contemporary constitutionalism.

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Brand: Cambridge University Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0521885361
Category: Books > Subjects > Business, Finance & Law > Law
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 11 February 2008
Listed Since: 24 August 2007

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