The Formation and Development of the Constitution, written by Thomas Francis Moran and first published in 1904, is a comprehensive historical account of the creation and evolution of the United States Constitution. The book begins with an examination of the political and social conditions that led to the formation of the Constitution and the debates and compromises that took place during the Constitutional Convention of 1787. Moran then delves into the ratification process, exploring the arguments for and against the ...
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The Formation and Development of the Constitution, written by Thomas Francis Moran and first published in 1904, is a comprehensive historical account of the creation and evolution of the United States Constitution. The book begins with an examination of the political and social conditions that led to the formation of the Constitution and the debates and compromises that took place during the Constitutional Convention of 1787. Moran then delves into the ratification process, exploring the arguments for and against the Constitution and the role of key figures such as James Madison and Alexander Hamilton in its adoption. The book also discusses the Bill of Rights and its importance in protecting individual liberties.Throughout the text, Moran provides detailed analysis of the Constitution's provisions and how they have been interpreted and applied over time. He examines the evolution of the federal system, the growth of the Supreme Court's power, and the impact of the Civil War and Reconstruction on constitutional law.Overall, The Formation and Development of the Constitution is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the history and significance of this foundational document in American politics and society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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