Exploring Sunday laws from a legal perspective you can trust. This classic work examines how the first day of the week has been treated by courts and lawmakers in the United States. It surveys constitutional challenges, civil regulations, and the boundaries between religious liberty and public policy, with careful, case-based analysis.
Readers will gain a clear map of key issues, from the status of Sunday as Dies Non Juridicus to the reach of municipal ordinances and labor restrictions. The book also delves into time calculation, contracts, and the role of ministers and magistrates in Sunday procedures, all grounded in historical and practical context.
- Structured overviews of major Sunday-law questions and court responses.
- Definitions of terms and concepts that shape how Sunday law is applied.
- Discussion of how Sunday policies intersect with labor, commerce, and civil rights.
- Historical context that helps readers understand present-day legal debates.
Ideal for students, researchers, and practitioners seeking a thorough, historically informed view of Sunday law.