In this thoughtful and provocative work, T. T. Carter presents a compelling case for the importance of constitutional order in modern society. Drawing on a wide range of historical and contemporary examples, Carter examines the foundations of constitutionalism, its role in protecting individual rights and freedoms, and the challenges that it faces in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Whether you are a scholar of political science or simply a concerned citizen looking to better understand the issues that shape our world, this book is an essential read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.