The Declaration of Independence remains one of the most valued and sacred political documents in American history. It has been and continues to be cited by emerging democracies, Supreme Court justices, and in political debates ranging from states' rights to equal rights.
Through documents and analytical essays, Declaration of Independence will explain the:
-- founding of the nation and its role in the crafting and interpretation of the Constitution and Bill of Rights
-- how historical figures like Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr., and Malcolm X used the spirit of the document to advance their causes
-- how Native Americans and women influenced and were influenced by the Declaration
-- how the three branches of government -- the president, Congress, and the Supreme Court -- have used the Declaration of Independence as a means to advance political agenda.
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The Declaration of Independence remains one of the most valued and sacred political documents in American history. It has been and continues to be cited by emerging democracies, Supreme Court justices, and in political debates ranging from states' rights to equal rights.
Through documents and analytical essays, Declaration of Independence will explain the:
-- founding of the nation and its role in the crafting and interpretation of the Constitution and Bill of Rights
-- how historical figures like Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr., and Malcolm X used the spirit of the document to advance their causes
-- how Native Americans and women influenced and were influenced by the Declaration
-- how the three branches of government -- the president, Congress, and the Supreme Court -- have used the Declaration of Independence as a means to advance political agenda.
Imprint | CQ Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | Landmark Events in U.S. History |
Release date | August 2002 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | August 2002 |
Editors | Scott Douglas Gerber |
Dimensions | 235 x 190 x 23mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 368 |
Edition | Revised ed. |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-56802-705-0 |
Barcode | 9781568027050 |
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LSN | 1-56802-705-2 |