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Understanding the Constitution

by J. W. Peltason, Jack W. Peltason

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For over fifty years, UNDERSTANDING THE CONSTITUTION has helped students understand and interpret the document that outlines America's fundamental rules and government structures. Always current and concise, this textbook is an indispensable supplement for courses in Constitutional Law, Judicial Process, Civil Liberties, and Introductory American Government.

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Languages: English
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Published: 1970
Genres: Politics and Government, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction, History
DDC/MDS: 342.73
LCC: KF4528 .C67

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