Exploring the roots of equal rights and the birth of self-government
This book argues that universal rights come from a divine or natural source and shows how those ideas shaped the formation of civil rights and the original government in the United States.
Through a clear, accessible discussion, the text examines how natural rights become civil rights, how constitutions and governments arise, and how early American thought framed the relationship between rulers and the governed. It also touches on foundational debates about law, liberty, and the limits of political power.
Ideal for readers of history, political philosophy, and constitutional studies who want a compact, accessible look at the origins of rights and governance.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book opens a window into America's conflict over fundamental questions of liberty and citizenship. The author traces the origins and evolution of the belief that black people were not entitled to the full protections of citizenship, examining how this belief was reflected in the laws and policies of the time. The book also explores the lives of individual African Americans who challenged these notions of racial inferiority, fighting for their rights and ultimately shaping the course of American history. Through a deep dive into the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Fugitive Slave Law, this book offers a nuanced perspective on the historical struggle for civil rights in America and its ongoing relevance in the present day. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333037482_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333037482
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333037482
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