America's unwritten constitution: the precedents and principles we live by
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Published:
New York : Basic Books, [2012].
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Book
Physical Desc:
xvi, 615 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
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Description
Explores the little-understood relationship between the written Constitution and the many external factors that shape the interpretations of this foundational document.
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English
ISBN:
0465029574, 9780465029570
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 517-596) and index.
Description
Explores the little-understood relationship between the written Constitution and the many external factors that shape the interpretations of this foundational document.
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APA Citation (style guide)
Amar, A. R. (2012). America's unwritten constitution: the precedents and principles we live by. Basic Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Amar, Akhil Reed. 2012. America's Unwritten Constitution: The Precedents and Principles We Live By. Basic Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Amar, Akhil Reed, America's Unwritten Constitution: The Precedents and Principles We Live By. Basic Books, 2012.
MLA Citation (style guide)Amar, Akhil Reed. America's Unwritten Constitution: The Precedents and Principles We Live By. Basic Books, 2012.
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