What is the President; Congress; and the Supreme Court really allowed to do? This unique and handy guide includes the documents that guide our government; annotated with accessible explanations from one of America's most esteemed constitutional scholars. In one portable volume; with accessible annotations and modernizing commentary throughout; Richard Beeman presents The Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution. Beeman has created a fascinating apparatus for understanding the most important document in American history—and why it’s as central in the America of today as it was in creation of the country. Penguin presents a series of six portable; accessible; and—above all—essential reads from American political history; selected by leading scholars. Series editor Richard Beeman; author of The Penguin Guide to the U.S. Constitution; draws together the great texts of American civic life to create a timely and informative mini-library of perennially vital issues. Whether readers are encountering these classic writings for the first time; or brushing up in anticipation of the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act; these slim volumes will serve as a powerful and illuminating resource for scholars; students; and civic-minded citizens.
#22576 in Books Edward Glaeser 2012-01-31 2012-01-31Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.30 x .70 x 5.50l; .66 #File Name: 0143120549352 pagesTriumph of the City How Our Greatest Invention Makes Us Richer Smarter Greener Healthier and Happier
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Urban living is the FutureBy M. A. MeredithNo more timely a book could be read during the summer than this one. With the obvious schism between the urban and the rural becoming of greater and greater import; learning as much as you can about the city as the engine of economic change and drive is even more critical.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. thoughtful and honest discussion of cities and their importanceBy CustomerA very thoughtful discussion of urban development; import; poverty and prosperity. Professor Glaeser takes us through history; psychology; policy; environmentalism; and economics. You will not agree with the author on every point; but an honest reading will force any reader to recognize the thought; passion; and hard work behind Professor Glaeser's views. In the end; most of us will recognize that the good professor is right most of the time.The book is entirely narrative; so there is no math or quantitative skills required (for those who have read or are aware of the author's academic work and are worried). Certain parts are repetitive but overall a great read that will challenge preconceived notions and leave you with a better appreciation of both cities and the author.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Human society is strengthened by the presence of cities.By Kevin KingI thought this book presented the case for cities well in that they're the economic engines that drive nations and the entire world for that matter.
