People's Constitution: 200 Years, 27 Amendments, and the Promise of a More Perfect Union

The 233-year history of how the American people have taken an imperfect constitution and made it more democratic, with the real history of the Constitution being the story of how subsequent generations have reshaped it amid some of the most colorful, contested, and controversial battles in American political life.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 07 October 2021
Publisher: The New Press

The Constitution of the United States is a remarkable document that has been shaped over the course of 233 years. While it is commonly believed that it was written by 55 men in Philadelphia in 1787, the truth is that much of the Constitution was written later, through a series of 27 amendments enacted over the course of two centuries. The real history of the Constitution is the astonishing story of how subsequent generations have reshaped our founding document amid some of the most colorful, contested, and controversial battles in American political life.

It is a story of how We the People have improved our government's structure and expanded the scope of our democracy during eras of transformational social change.

The Peoples Constitution is a masterful account of the evolution of American democracy. It covers a wide range of topics, from the addition of the Bill of Rights, which was meant to save the Constitution from certain defeat, to the post-Civil War battle over the Fourteenth Amendment, from the rise and fall of Prohibition to the defeat and resurgence of an Equal Rights Amendment a century in the making.

This book is unique in its approach, serving as a vital guide to America's national charter and an alternative history of the ongoing struggle to realize the Framers' promise of a more perfect union. It provides a deep understanding of the Constitution's origins, its amendments, and the ongoing debates surrounding its interpretation and application.

Through its engaging and accessible writing, The Peoples Constitution encourages readers to think critically about the Constitution and its role in shaping American democracy. It challenges readers to consider the compromises that were made in its creation and the ongoing challenges that we face in preserving and improving our democracy.

In conclusion, The Peoples Constitution is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and the Constitution. It is a valuable resource for students, educators, and citizens alike, and it provides a fresh perspective on the evolution of American democracy.

Weight: 798g
Dimension: 162 x 238 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781620975619