Publication

2001-03-15 - Harvard University Press

Language

English

Word Count

52,000 words, Guess

Page Count

208 pages

Physical Format

Hardcover

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Library of Congress Control Number00063477
  • LibraryThing331087
  • Goodreads2827205

Classifications

  • LCCKF8742.F35 2001
  • LCCKF 8742 F35 2001

Description

"This book argues that the Supreme Court performs two functions. The first is to identify the Constitution's idealized "meaning." The second is to develop judge-made tests and doctrines to realize that meaning in practice. Bridging the gap between the two - implementing the Constitution - requires moral vision, but also practical wisdom and common sense, ingenuity, and occasionally a willingness to make compromises."--Jacket.

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