DOC The "Higher Law" Background of American Constitutional Law by Edward S Corwin in History

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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Anyone wanting to find in one book the background sources ...By Paul BarlowAnyone wanting to find in one book the background sources for our Constitution and our constitutional heritage need go no further than reading this book. It becomes painstakingly clear why America adopted the English Common Law basis for our Constitution and not the Roman law heritage prevalent in Europe today. While it may not mean much on its face value; our English heritage gave rise to the early American practices of writing out our constitutions and signing them; judicial review; and; of course; consent of the governed. This slim book is one to read again and again.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Brilliant MindBy MesquiteEdward S. Corwin is an American icon in the world of study on the US Constitution. I was preparing students for the Arizona State Congressional Hearings and this was the reference book we used to make sense of the concept of "Higher LAw." This is a must have for your personal library on the subject. Corwin Rocks!2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Excellent Coverage on Background HistoryBy AMBIEAn excellent resource to fill the gaps on background history to America's Constitutional law. A very good read.