{"product_id":"the-rise-of-constitutionalism-a-global-perspective-9781509981717","title":"The Rise of Constitutionalism: A Global Perspective","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis book explores the historical, comparative and global dimensions of the constitutional phenomenon.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom the origins of constitutionalism to the diverse trajectories of North American and European constitutionalism, the book considers pivotal moments in the emergence and evolution of formal Constitutions as the main structure of constitutional governance. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIt presents a critical inquiry into the realities that lie beneath the surface of formal constitutional documents. From the struggles for democratic governance in Latin America to Asia's delicate balance between tradition and modernity and Africa's post-colonial arrangements, the book poses a critical query: amidst the promises of democratic ideals, do formal Constitutions always translate into effective governance? What are the lessons of 'facade' Constitutions on the tension between formal documents and the realities of governance? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe book explores the past and present of constitutional governance in the first quarter of the 21st century and offers insights on the future of constitutionalism. By assessing the normative quality of Constitutions and exploring the intrinsic link between them and representation, it offers an understanding of the essence and trajectories of constitutional thought and practice. \u003ci\u003eThe Rise of Constitutionalism\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the enduring legacy and evolving nature of the constitutional phenomenon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Kostas Chrysogonos\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Hart Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/16\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 376\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.54lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.88d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781509981717","brand":"Hart Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45109249245321,"sku":"9781509981717","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/9240\/6921\/files\/img_d3acace6-84c3-4e14-b7ca-1c93521b4e8a.jpg?v=1767073450","url":"https:\/\/sonsanddaughtersbooks.com\/products\/the-rise-of-constitutionalism-a-global-perspective-9781509981717","provider":"Sons and Daughters Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}