Catechism Of The Constitution Of The United States: A Brief Exposition Of The True Elementary Principles Of That Great Compact Between Sovereign State (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104046460)

The ""Catechism of the Constitution of the United States"" by Lewis Cruger is a concise and informative guide to the fundamental principles of the US Constitution. Published in 1863, during the height of the American Civil War, this book aims to provide a clear and accessible explanation of the Constitution's key provisions and the underlying principles that govern the relationship between the federal government and the states.The book takes the form of a series of questions and answers, designed to help readers understand the Constitution in a systematic and logical way. It covers a wide range of topics, including the structure of government, the separation of powers, the Bill of Rights, and the role of the judiciary. Throughout the text, Cruger emphasizes the importance of the Constitution as a compact between sovereign states, and stresses the need for a strict interpretation of its provisions in order to preserve the integrity of the federal system.Despite its brevity, the ""Catechism of the Constitution"" is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the US Constitution and the principles that underlie it. Its clear and concise style makes it accessible to a wide range of readers, while its insights into the history and context of the Constitution make it a fascinating read for scholars and students of American history. Overall, this book is an essential guide to one of the most important documents in the history of the United States.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.

Author: Lewis Cruger
ISBN-10: 1104046466
ISBN-13: 9781104046460
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 02/06/2009
Pages: 24
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.22lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.07d