The Separation of Church and State: Interpreting the Constitution

by Jason Porterfield

Having disassociated themselves from an oppressive government with a strong central religion, the Founding Fathers of the United States acknowledged the freedom to practice one's religion when writing the nation's constitution. Subsequent constitutional amendments further drew a line between the ecumenical and the secular. Detailed descriptions of Supreme Court cases on the topic offer readers a clearer understanding of the original intent behind...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1477775080
• ISBN13: 9781477775080
• Release Date: July 2014
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.5" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12