The U.S. Constitution A to Z (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780872897649)

There is no other volume that so clearly and concisely explains every key aspect of the U.S. Constitution. This classic, easy-to-use reference is thoroughly updated with new entries covering the events of recent years including court cases with impact on Constitutional rights. Each of the more than 250 entries, arranged in encyclopedic A-to-Z format, provides accessible insight into the key questions readers have about the U.S. Constitution. All entries are updated with content through the end of 2007. Highlights in this new edition include:

• Quick answers to questions as well as in-depth background on the U.S. Constitution
• A new interior design that makes accessing information easy and fun
• Historical and contemporary photos
• Internet addresses for quick reference
• Detailed appendices, tables, and an index

New entries include:

Kelo v. New London Hamdi v. Rumsfeld Lawrence v. Texas The Patriot Act Sex Offenders Torture Gay marriage and civil unions

Author: Robert L. Maddex
ISBN-10: 0872897648
ISBN-13: 9780872897649
Publisher: CQ Press
Language: English
Published: 07/01/2008
Pages: 693
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.40lbs
Size: 9.30h x 7.70w x 1.70d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 12/01/2008 pg. 80
Booklist 12/15/2008 pg. 61
Library Journal 02/15/2009 pg. 132
Reference and Research Bk News 11/01/2008 pg. 196