Constitutions of the World

In this easy-to-read, broad-based survey of world constitutions, 80 alphabetized entries survey a broad range of constitutions, allowing for geographical, cultural, and historic comparison and analysis. Each chapter covers one country, including information on its size, population, capital, economic and political status, and type of government.Descriptions also include the basic provisions of each constitution, its history and unique features, key past constitutions, influences from other nations, government structure, checks and balances, fundamental rights, and the amendment and revision process. A unique chart compares the elements of all 80 constitutions for easy reference.Maddex, Robert L., Jr. is the author of 'Constitutions of the World', published 1995 under ISBN 9780871879929 and ISBN 0871879921.