This book brings together 64 of the most important, influential, and interesting cases in American law. These cases have been selected due to not only their legal and cultural significance but also their anticipated philosophical import. A wide range of themes and topics are represented, from free speech to race relations to criminal punishment. Each case has been carefully excerpted so as to focus attention on the features that illustrate the central principles and forms of judicial reasoning. Important contextualizing information is also provided to clarify each case’s historical setting as well as any relevant philosophical arguments and questions.
This book brings together 64 of the most important, influential, and interesting cases in American law. These cases have been selected due to not only their legal and cultural significance but also their anticipated philosophical import. A wide range of themes and topics are represented, from free speech to race relations to criminal punishment. Each case has been carefully excerpted so as to focus attention on the features that illustrate the central principles and forms of judicial reasoning. Important contextualizing information is also provided to clarify each case’s historical setting as well as any relevant philosophical arguments and questions.
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