Constitutional Law for a Changing America: A Short Course

by Epstein, Lee; Kevin T. McGuire; Thomas G. Walker

• ISBN13: 9781071879016
• ISBN10: 1071879014
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781071879030
• Additional ISBN(s): 9781483307800, 9781544390628
• Edition: 9th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2023-11-14
• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc. (US)
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About This Book

Constitutional Law for a Changing America: A Short Course

ISBN: 9781071879016

Constitutional Law for a Changing America: A Short Course is a comprehensive textbook designed for undergraduate students studying constitutional law. This ninth edition, published by CQ Press, is ideal for a one-semester course and offers all the hallmarks of the Rights and Powers volumes. The book is carefully condensed from the more extensive Rights and Powers volumes, making it a perfect fit for those who need to cover institutional powers, civil liberties, rights, and justice within a single academic term.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by undergraduate students in constitutional law courses. It is also a valuable resource for educators teaching institutional powers, civil liberties, rights, and justice. The book's approach to constitutional law from a social science perspective makes it highly relevant for students interested in understanding how various forces—political, historical, economic, and social—shape the development of constitutional law.

History and Editions

The ninth edition of Constitutional Law for a Changing America: A Short Course has been updated to reflect the latest scholarship in both political science and legal studies. The authors, Lee J. Epstein, Kevin T. McGuire, and Thomas G. Walker, are renowned for their meticulous revising and streamlining of decisions. This edition includes the latest research and discussions on how political, historical, economic, and social events influence the justices' decisions on the Supreme Court.

Author and Other Works

Lee J. Epstein is a recipient of 12 grants from the National Science Foundation for her work on law and legal institutions. She has authored or co-authored over 100 articles and essays, as well as 15 books, including A Court Divided, which won the V. O. Key, Jr. Award for the best book on southern politics. Thomas G. Walker is the Goodrich C. White Professor of Political Science at Emory University and co-author of A Court Divided.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in constitutional law, including detailed explanations and case excerpts.
• Social Science Perspective: The authors approach constitutional law from a social science perspective, highlighting how various forces influence the development of the law.
• Latest Scholarship: The inclusion of the latest scholarship in political science and legal studies ensures that the book remains current and relevant.
• Accessible and Thorough: The textbook achieves the difficult task of being both accessible and thorough, making it highly appropriate for undergraduate students.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781071879016
• eBook: Available through various online retailers
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: CQ Press
• Publication Date: February 6, 2025
• Number of Pages: 792 pages
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• 8th Edition: Available through CQ Press and other retailers
• Related ISBNs:
• 9781071879030 (eBook)
• 1071879014 (Paperback)

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