Product Features
• Published by Skyhorse Publishing, this affordable, pocket-size edition brings together some of the most valued writings in American history. A USA Today bestseller, it’s an easy-to-carry reference for anyone who wants to read these foundational documents firsthand.
• Inside you’ll find the Constitution of the United States, the Bill of Rights, all subsequent amendments, and the Declaration of Independence—word-for-word facsimiles of the significant documents.
• Signed by members of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia on September 17, 1787, the Constitution outlines the structure, powers, and limits of the federal government, including the executive, judicial, and legislative branches. It also sets out citizens’ basic rights, including freedom of speech, the press, and religion.
• Crafted by Thomas Jefferson in June 1776, the Declaration of Independence lays out the foundations of American political philosophy, including the enduring words: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal…”
• Whether you’re a Democrat, Republican, independent, Trump supporter, or not, these texts offer a quick, accessible way to revisit the principles behind American government and politics. No civics pop quiz required.
• A thoughtful gift for students, history buffs, teachers, voters, or anyone who enjoys a little light reading about the foundations of a nation—ideal for birthdays, graduations, holidays, or a patriotic stocking stuffer.