This series offers bold, synthetic, and path-breaking interpretive works on central themes in American legal history. Authored by leading scholars in the field, these books provide fresh perspectives on the evolution of law in the United States. Designed for academics and students across universities and law schools, the collection aims to deepen understanding of the nation's legal past.
Focusing on the legal and constitutional dimensions of the American Civil War, this book offers a clear and concise exploration of how these issues shaped the conflict. It delves into the critical legal debates and constitutional challenges that arose during this tumultuous period, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the war's impact on American law and governance.
Focusing on the evolution of criminal law in the United States, this book explores the significant changes from the beginning of the constitutional era through to the New Deal period. It examines key legal developments, societal influences, and the impact of historical events on the formation and transformation of criminal justice in America.
Delving into the constitutional issues central to the eighteenth-century conflict between Britain and its American colonies, this book examines the legal and political tensions that fueled the desire for independence. It highlights the differing interpretations of rights and governance, shedding light on the foundations of American political thought and the eventual break from British rule. Through a detailed analysis, it provides a nuanced understanding of the historical context and the implications for both nations.
The Partisan Republic provides a compelling account of early American constitutionalism in the Founding era. The book focuses on the decline of the Founding generation's elitist vision of the Constitution and the rise of a more 'democratic' vision premised on the exclusion of women and non-whites.