Linda R. Monk

Autor von The Words We Live By: Your Annotated Guide to the Constitution (Stonesong Press Books)

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Linda R. Monk received the American Bar Association's Silver Gavel Award twice -- for her book The Bill of Rights: A User's Guide, and for her work on the documentary Profiles of Freedom: A Living Bill of Rights. A graduate of Harvard Law School, she is a frequent contributor to newspapers mehr anzeigen nationwide weniger anzeigen

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Geburtstag: 20th century
Geschlecht: female
Nationalität: USA
Wohnorte: Harvard Law School, J.D.

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Words We Live By, The: Your Annotated Guide to the… von Linda R. Monk

Monk takes the Constitution of the United States, including its amendments, and dissects it line by line, explaining the historical significance and the modern significance of the wording. She does so in layman’s terms, with amusing quotes in the margin, case studies in shaded boxes, and photos and illustrations. It is easy to read, and easily accessible.

Beyond the appealing format of this book, however, is the content. Reading the constitution with Monk’s gloss helped me to comprehend just why the U.S. Constitution has withstood more than 200 years and a Civil War: the constitution is a document that adapts to the changing times, both through the process of amendment and through the significant process of judicial interpretation of legislation.

Certainly, The Words We Live By is not comprehensive. But what it lacks in expanse it makes up in readability and interest, at least to me. I seriously enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone interested in understanding U.S. rights and government.

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