Mitchell, Broadus, 1892-1988.,

A biography of the Constitution of the United States : its origin, formation, adoption, interpretation / Broadus Mitchell, Louise Pearson Mitchell. - Second edition. - New York : Oxford University Press, (c)1975. - xvii, 401 pages ; 22 cm



Part 1. Rope of sand Part 2. Founding fathers Part 3. The Constitution is constructed Framework -- Give and take -- Finishing touches Part 4. Champions and critics -- Strategy in Massachusetts -- Debater's duel in Virginia -- Drama in New York Part 5. Afterthoughts Part 6. Constitution is what Supreme Court says it is. The mighty marshal -- Civil rights -- Social pattern.

This book compresses the life story of the Constitution.



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