David P. Currie was a distinguished professor of law at the University of Chicago, recognized for his seminal histories of the Constitution in Congress and the Supreme Court. Beyond his scholarly contributions, he significantly shaped legal education through his widely used casebooks on federal courts and conflict of laws. His renowned teaching further cemented his legacy, influencing generations of students with his insightful approach to understanding the American legal landscape.
An introduction to the study of the German constitution, beginning with an overview of the essential features of the Basic Law of Germany. The book goes on to analyze a number of decisions of the German Constitutional Court and contrasts German constitutional law with the American model.