Title:
Magna Carta and the rule of law / [edited by] Daniel B. Magraw, Andrea Martinez, Roy E. Brownell II ; foreword by former Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.
Author:
Magraw, Daniel Barstow, editor.
Martínez, Andrea, editor.
Brownell, Roy E., II, 1970- editor.
American Bar Association. Section of International Law, sponsoring body.
Publication Information:
Chicago, Illinois : American Bar Association, Section of International Law, [2014]
Call Number:
KD3946 .M33 2014
Abstract:
"Magna Carta and the Rule of Law examines the Great Charter's origins and influence, based on the most current knowledge and research. Distinguished scholars explore the Charter's fascinating story through a series of distinct lenses."--Back cover.
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Edition:
First edition.
ISBN:
9781627226974
Physical Description:
xxiv, 476 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Contents:
Introduction : Magna Carta and the rule of law / The making of Magna Carta : the historical background / Magna Carta and sovereign immunity : strained bedfellows / Magna Carta and the United States Constitution : an exercise in building fences / Magna Carta in Supreme Court jurisprudence / Magna Carta and executive power / Magna Carta and habeas corpus / Magna Carta and religious freedom / Magna Carta and international law / Magna Carta unchained : the great charter in modern Commonwealth law / Magna Carta, civil law, and canon law / The charter of the forest : evolving human rights in nature
