Analysis Of Civil Government: Including A Topical And Tabular Arrangement Of The Constitution Of The United States - Softcover

Calvin Townsend

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0371763282 ISBN 13: 9780371763285

Publisher: HardPress, 2020

Synopsis

Analysis Of Civil Government: Including A Topical And Tabular Arrangement Of The Constitution Of The United States : Designed As A Class-Book For The Use Of Grammar, High, And Normal Schools, Academies, And Other Institutions Of Learning by Calvin Townsend is an 1869 instructional treatise that presents a structured, analytic approach to United States civics and constitutional law. The book advocates topic-by-topic and chart-based study of the Constitution, drawing on Madison Papers, the Federalist, and other authorities. It aims to teach fundamental principles of civil government, including the organization of government, the three branches, the amendment process, and the relationship between states and the federal government. It includes a “Preface” and an “Introduction” by Rev. James E. Latimer, and a detailed analysis of the Constitution with accompanying charts and appendices. Townsend emphasizes pedagogy for higher-grade schools and teacher training, arguing that the ballot and informed citizenry are essential to the republic. The work situates constitutional analysis within classroom practice, providing structured topics, annotated contents, and a focus on accuracy and direct language.

Edition details

• Publisher: HardPress
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0371763282
• ISBN 13: 9780371763285
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 354