The Classical Foundations of the American Constitution: Prevailing Wisdom

by David J. Bederman

Book Overview

The Framers of the American Constitution were substantially influenced by ancient history and classical political theory, as exemplified by their education, the availability of classical readings, and their inculcation in classical republican values. This volume explores how the Framing generation deployed classical learning to develop many of the essential structural aspects of the Constitution: federalism, separation of powers, a bicameral legislature,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521885361
• ISBN13: 9780521885362
• Release Date: February 2008
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.2" x 9.1"