The dynamic Constitution : an introduction to American constitutional law / Richard H. Fallon, Jr.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Fallon, Richard H., Jr., 1952-2025

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Constitutional law--United States.

Constitutional law.

United States.

Physical Description:

xxi, 336 pages ; 24 cm

Place of Publication:

Cambridge, U.K. ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2004.

Summary:

Harvard law professor Richard H. Fallon introduces non-lawyers to the workings of American constitutional law. He writes about leading constitutional doctrines and issues, including freedom of speech and religion, the guarantee of equal protection, rights to fair procedures, and rights to privacy and sexual autonomy. Fallon describes many of the fascinating cases and personalities that have shaped constitutional law, demonstrating how historical, cultural, and other factors have influenced constitutional adjudication. Furthermore, Fallon argues that the Constitution must serve as a dynamic document that adapts to the changing conditions inherent in human affairs.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 299-325) and index.

ISBN:

0521840945

0521600782

OCLC:

54349624

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