Description
In *We the People*, acclaimed historian Jill Lepore offers a groundbreaking examination of the U.S. Constitution, revealing its dynamic and often contentious journey through American history. Moving from the 18th century to the present, Lepore demonstrates how Americans have consistently turned to this foundational document to grapple with evolving ideas of rights, citizenship, and national identity. This essential work traces the Constitution's origins, its early debates over interpretation, and its subsequent transformations through amendment, judicial review, and cultural shifts. Lepore's masterful narrative highlights the ongoing struggle to define who constitutes "the People" and underscores the Constitution's enduring, yet perpetually contested, relevance in contemporary America.
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paperback
Liveright Publishing Corporation
Published Jan 1, 2025
768 pages
ISBN: 9781631496080
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First Published
2023
Language
eng
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