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The Declaration of Independence, Smithsonian Edition

In this luxurious, pocket-sized Smithsonian edition printed in the United States, the Declaration of Independence and the writings that formed it make a stately gift edition befitting the significance of its contents, with features that make it the perfect keepsake: 
 

  • Bound in a faux-leather
  • Foil-stamped in gold
  • Sturdy, quality hardcover 

  • This edition stands out in the market with an illuminating new introduction from Lonnie G. Bunch III, the Secretary of the Smithsonian. As one of the nation’s leading public historians, he provides essential, modern context to the historical document and examines the Declaration of Independence's legacy and relevance to the present-day United States and its people. 
     
    Drafted by Thomas Jefferson, the Declaration of Independence proclaimed that the thirteen American colonies would no longer recognize the monarch of Britain but would become independent states. With fifty-six signatures, one document changed the course of history. Celebrate the founding of this nation with a gorgeous gift edition of the document that started it all.
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    The Constitution of the United States, Smithsonian Edition

    This durable and portable book will help you navigate the latest conversations about the supreme law of the land. With a sleek and dignified design, its features make it the perfect keepsake: 
     

  • Bound in faux-leather
  • Foil-stamped in gold
  • Sturdy, quality hardcover 
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    This edition stands out in the market with an illuminating new introduction from Harry R. Rubenstein, curator emeritus in the Division of Political History at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. With his expertise in the history of American democracy, he offers important, modern context to the historical document and examines the Constitution's legacy and relevance to the present-day United States and its people.
     
    From ensuring a system of checks and balances to granting the right to vote, the Constitution affects every citizen. It's a must-read to understand the blueprint of our country, the role citizens play in upholding the Constitution, how it has adapted over time with amendments, and how it may yet still evolve.
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    The Constitution of the United States

    A timely new addition to the bestselling Little Black Classics series, which celebrates the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946

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