Constitutionalism and Liberty - by Anthony D Bartl & Jordan T Cash (Hardcover)

About the Book

This collection of essays explores the relationship between liberty and constitutionalism in American politics, constitutional law, and political theory. Honoring the work of political scientist David K. Nichols, it is a testament to Nichols's influence and explores a wide array of subjects across the discipline of political science.

Book Synopsis

This collection of essays explores the relationship between liberty and constitutionalism in American politics, constitutional law, and political theory. Honoring the work of political scientist David K. Nichols, it is a testament to Nichols's influence and explores a wide array of subjects across the discipline of political science.

Review Quotes

In the breadth of their coverage and the richness of their insights, these excellent essays are a fitting tribute to the teaching and scholarly career of David Nichols. Like the lifelong contribution of the authorsrsquo; teacher, colleague, and friend, they enrich our understanding of the foundations and development of, what Lincoln called, lsquo;the last best hope of earth.rsquo;

No one acquainted with the scholarship and pedagogy of David Nichols would expect anything other than excellence from the students and colleagues who have benefited from his friendship, guidance, and instruction. Even with those high expectations, however, the essays in this volume are enormously impressive in their insight, their fluency, and their unrivaled command of political philosophy, American political thought, and American constitutional studies. They form a worthy tribute to an inspiring figure and steadfast friend.

This artfully arranged collection of erudite and penetrating essays is a fitting tribute to the work of the great scholar and teacher to whom it is dedicated: David K. Nichols. More than that, it is essential reading for anyone seriously interested in the institutional, cultural, moral, and philosophical conditions necessary for the perpetuation of the American experiment in the politics of ordered liberty.

This collection of essays in honor of David Nichols, assembled by distinguished scholars from many different institutions, is a fitting tribute to Professor Nicholsrsquo;s legacy, and an excellent volume in its own right. Just as Professor Nicholsrsquo;s work spanned many different subjects and informed our thinking on all of them, these essays cover diverse topics with care and precision. Scholars of political theory, American political institutions, constitutional law, and politics and literature will find interesting and novel insights in these pages.

About the Author

Anthony D. Bartl is professor in the department of political science and philosophy at Angelo State University.
Jordan T. Cash is assistant professor in political theory and constitutional democracy at James Madison College at Michigan State University.