The Constitution of 1789

The Constitution of 1789, Volume 1, provides a comprehensive introduction to the founding document of the American Republic. Written for the semiquincentennial of American Independence, this constitutional law text offers new insights into the original meaning of the United States government. The work examines the structure of the Constitution, the separation of powers, and the compound nature of the American Union.

This legal study explores the enumeration of legislative powers and the distribution of war and foreign affairs duties between the President and Congress. It analyzes the nature of judicial power, the complexities of slavery within the framework, and the scope of national federalism. By dismantling common misconceptions, The Constitution of 1789 serves as a detailed resource for readers interested in the history, politics, and law of the American constitutional system.