The First American Constitutions: Republican Ideology and the Making of the State Constitutions in the Revolutionary Era

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Book Synopsis: For the last twenty years this book has been cited by every serious writer on early American constitutional development. Any constitutional history of the independent United States must begin with this comprehensive study. Professor Adams combines a European perspective and a thorough knowledge of the antecedents of 1787 to create an insightful analysis of the replacement by the revolutionary generation of one government by another by―they thought―"constitutional" means. Acting for "the people" in 11 of the 13 rebelling states, various kinds of self-empowered committees, "congresses," or "conventions" created new constitutions and a system in which the states dominated over the weaker Confederation government.

This volume contains two new chapters: one demonstrating precedents in the state constitutions for the U.S. Constitution, and another chapter critically testing the "republicanism over liberalism" thesis against political ideas and institutional arrangements that constitute the first state constitutions. The bibliography has been updated to include the rich body of work written during the last two decades, much of it indebted to this pioneering study.

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Discover the definitive resource on early American constitutional development! The First American Constitutions: Republican Ideology and the Making of the State Constitutions in the Revolutionary Era is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the foundations of the United States' governance. Renowned author Professor Adams offers a European perspective infused with deep knowledge of the pre-1787 era, resulting in an unparalleled analysis of how the revolutionary generation replaced one government with another using "constitutional" methods. This comprehensive study is a must-have for serious scholars and history enthusiasts alike.

Uncover the profound influence of the state constitutions on the formation of the U.S. Constitution with our updated edition. This edition features two new chapters that shed light on the historical precedents found within the state constitutions, providing valuable insights into the roots of our nation's governing document. Additionally, we critically examine the "republicanism over liberalism" thesis in light of the political ideas and institutions explored in the first state constitutions. This thought-provoking analysis challenges conventional interpretations, enriching our understanding of America's constitutional heritage.

Stay ahead of the curve with our meticulously updated bibliography. As the go-to reference for early American constitutional scholarship, The First American Constitutions serves as a foundation for the vast body of work that has emerged over the past two decades. Researchers and academicians across the country have drawn inspiration from this pioneering study, and now you can have access to the latest and most comprehensive resources available.

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