American Constitutional Law
Introductory Essays and Selected Cases
17th Edition
Published on 27. July 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
756 pages
978-1-138-22783-5 (ISBN)
Description
This classic collection of carefully selected and edited Supreme Court case excerpts and comprehensive background essays explores constitutional law and the role of the Supreme Court in its development and interpretation. Well-grounded in both theory and politics, it endeavors to heighten students' understanding of and interest in these critical areas of our governmental system.
New to the 17th Edition
9 new cases (including 2 cases from the 2015-2016 term decided by 8 justices) and discussion of 30 additional new cases.
New case highlights include Sebelius on Obamacare, Obergefell on same sex marriage, and 2 new cases on government surveillance.
Covers the death of Justice Antonin Scalia and ensuing controversies.
Updates every chapter-opening essay and end-of-chapter Selected Readings.
Provides an author-written online Instructor's Manual with Test Bank, historical Supreme Court documents, noteworthy decisions and dissents, and cases from previous editions.
New to the 17th Edition
9 new cases (including 2 cases from the 2015-2016 term decided by 8 justices) and discussion of 30 additional new cases.
New case highlights include Sebelius on Obamacare, Obergefell on same sex marriage, and 2 new cases on government surveillance.
Covers the death of Justice Antonin Scalia and ensuing controversies.
Updates every chapter-opening essay and end-of-chapter Selected Readings.
Provides an author-written online Instructor's Manual with Test Bank, historical Supreme Court documents, noteworthy decisions and dissents, and cases from previous editions.
Reviews / Votes
Praise for the 17th EditionMason and Stephenson's American Constitutional Law remains the leader among single-volume undergraduate constitutional law casebooks. The new edition has beenupdated to cover cases through the most recent Supreme Court term as well as the Senate filibuster rule change on judicial nominations, the Senate stalemate following Justice Scalia's death, and Court-related facets of the 2016 presidential election. The cases have been masterfully edited, and meticulously written introductory essays place them in their proper context. The engaging part of a course on constitutional law comes from the professor, not the textbook. But Mason and Stephenson certainly make the job easier.
Richard A. Glenn, Millersville University
With this new edition, Mason and Stephenson's American Constitutional Law continues to be the gold standard. The book introduction immediately intrigues the reader and offers a rich historical background. The cases are thoughtfully selected, introduced with clear and engaging explanations.
Robert J. Bresler, Pennsylvania State University
In the new edition of American Constitutional Law, Mason and Stephenson provide an illuminating look into the institutional tensions inherent in the constitution. This single-volume introduction to Constitutional Law covers both the structure of government as well as the people's rights and liberties. By integrating the latest in Supreme Court politics and electoral politics, this text provides students with the latest perspectives on constitutional developments.
Kati Mohammad-Zadeh, University of Minnesota
More details
Edition
17th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
3 s/w Abbildungen, 3 s/w Tabellen, 3 s/w Zeichnungen
3 b/w images, 3 tables and 3 line drawings
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 191 mm
Weight
1416 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-138-22783-5 (9781138227835)
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Introductory Essays and Selected Cases
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Alpheus Thomas Mason | Donald Grier Stephenson, Jr.
American Constitutional Law
Introductory Essays and Selected Cases
Book
09/2017
17th Edition
Routledge
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Persons
Alpheus Thomas Mason (late) was McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence Emeritus at Princeton University.
Donald Grier Stephenson, Jr. is Charles A. Dana Professor of Government at Franklin & Marshall College.
Donald Grier Stephenson, Jr. is Charles A. Dana Professor of Government at Franklin & Marshall College.
Content
Preface
Introduction: A Political Supreme Court
1. Jurisdiction and Organization of the Federal Courts
2. The Constitution, the Supreme Court, and Judicial Review
3. Congress and the President
4. Federalism
5. The Electoral Process
6. The Commerce Clause
7. National Taxing and Spending Power
8. Property Rights and the Development of Due Process
9. The Bill of Rights
10. Criminal Justice
11. Freedom of Expression
12. Religious Liberty
13. Privacy
14. Equal Protection of the Laws
15. Security and Freedom in Wartime
Appendix A: The Constitution of the United States Of America
Appendix B: Justices of the Supreme Court
Appendix C: Presidents and Justices
Appendix D: American Constitutional Development as Reflected in a Chronology of Cases Reprinted in This Book
Glossary
Index of Cases
Index of Subjects and Names
Introduction: A Political Supreme Court
1. Jurisdiction and Organization of the Federal Courts
2. The Constitution, the Supreme Court, and Judicial Review
3. Congress and the President
4. Federalism
5. The Electoral Process
6. The Commerce Clause
7. National Taxing and Spending Power
8. Property Rights and the Development of Due Process
9. The Bill of Rights
10. Criminal Justice
11. Freedom of Expression
12. Religious Liberty
13. Privacy
14. Equal Protection of the Laws
15. Security and Freedom in Wartime
Appendix A: The Constitution of the United States Of America
Appendix B: Justices of the Supreme Court
Appendix C: Presidents and Justices
Appendix D: American Constitutional Development as Reflected in a Chronology of Cases Reprinted in This Book
Glossary
Index of Cases
Index of Subjects and Names