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Book Synopsis: Harvard Law Professor Cass Sunstein has said that South Africa has "the most admirable constitution in the history of the world." This comparative constitutional law casebook is unique because it allows students and experts in U.S. constitutional law (or other nations) to compare their approach with modern South African constitutionalism. The transformative and progressive South African Constitution adopts the most successful parts of existing parliamentary constitutions, while honoring the nation's African heritage. Further, it incorporates numerous international human rights such as socio-economic and environmental rights. The book's South African focus guarantees readers will grasp the contingency and social context of a foreign constitutional court's decisions, rather than primarily surveying cases from numerous other nations. Yet the introductory chapter also provides background on South Africa, and then exposes readers to key theoretical questions about comparativism. Moreover, that chapter briefly describes seven other constitutional democracies where the courts play important but different roles than in South Africa. These nations provide further context for the strong judicial review exercised by the South African Constitutional Court. Indeed, excerpts from that Court's decisions make up most of the core second chapter. The core chapter also contains questions about the reasoning of each South African case, as well as how that case compares to a single foreign case on the same topic. The book is suitable for law students, as well as other graduate and undergraduate students. In addition, the book is the first condensed version of South African constitutional case law published in the U.S. Thus, it functions as a research collection for experts, as well as a casebook.
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Are you a law student or an expert in constitutional law? Look no further! We have the perfect resource for you - Comparative Constitutional Law: South African Cases and Materials in a Global Context. This unique casebook offers you the opportunity to compare your understanding of U.S. constitutional law (or other nations) with the transformative and progressive South African Constitution. With its incorporation of international human rights, socio-economic and environmental rights, South Africa has developed an admirable constitution, and now you can explore it from a global perspective.
Why settle for just studying your own country's constitutional law when you can broaden your horizons and gain a comprehensive understanding of the South African legal system? This book's South African focus gives you a deep understanding of the social context behind the decisions made by a foreign constitutional court. No longer will you be limited to simply surveying cases from various nations; instead, you'll delve into the rich and complex world of South African constitutionalism.
In addition to providing an in-depth look at South Africa, the introductory chapter of this book also introduces you to key theoretical questions about comparativism. You'll gain insights that go beyond the surface level and enhance your understanding of constitutional law as a whole. Furthermore, the book briefly explores how courts in seven other constitutional democracies play important yet different roles compared to those in South Africa. This additional context allows you to see the unique aspects of South African constitutionalism in comparison.
Are you ready for the highlight of this exceptional casebook? The core chapter contains excerpts from key decisions made by the South African Constitutional Court. With each case, you'll have the opportunity to analyze the reasoning and compare it to a foreign case on the same topic. This critical thinking exercise will enhance your understanding of constitutional law and sharpen your analytical skills.
Whether you're a law student, a graduate student, or an undergraduate student with an interest in constitutional law, this book is tailored to meet your needs. It is not only a casebook for classroom use but also a valuable research collection for experts in the field. The first condensed version of South African constitutional case law published in the U.S., this book is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of comparative constitutional law.
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