9781330644447 - Some Constitutional Aspects of Territorial Expansion (Classic Reprint) di Smith, Howard Leslie (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex history, legal implications, and ethical considerations surrounding the acquisition of colonies and subject populations. The author meticulously examines the framers' intentions for the Constitution, arguing that it was not designed to accommodate territorial expansion or the governance of foreign territories. The text provides a thought-provoking analysis of the legal framework for the United States' governance of its territories, particularly in the aftermath of the Louisiana Purchase and the annexation of the Philippines. The author explores the tension between the expansionist desires of the United States and the constitutional limitations on its power, shedding light on the ongoing debate about the boundaries of American sovereignty. Ultimately, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the historical, legal, and moral implications of the United States' role as a colonial power, providing valuable insights into the complexities of governing diverse populations within a constitutional framework. 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.

Condizione: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.