Taking an entertaining and informative look at America's most important historical document, Linda Monk explores the many interpretations of the Constitution's text. Along with the stories of the people behind the Supreme Court cases and historical perspective, this guide also contains discussions about 21st-century rulings on hot-button issues like immigration, gay marriage, the right to bear arms, and affirmative action.

"A wonderfully accessible yet deeply insightful guide to our Constitution that should be read and enjoyed."—Doris Kearns Goodwin