Analyzing the Structure of America in 1833: Volume II Commentaries and Constitutional History Before Adoption

Chief Justice John Marshall (1833) praised the work "Commentaries on the Structure of America," calling it a thorough and accurate commentary on the Constitution, reflecting the spirit of the original text. Marshall expressed a hope that every statesman and aspiring leader in America would read this insightful analysis of the American structure.

Supreme Court Justice Joseph Story's "Commentaries on the Structure of America Vol. II" provides a detailed analysis of the Constitutional history of the Colonies and States before the adoption of the Constitution. Originally published in 1833, this edition serves as a faithful reproduction of the landmark work in early American jurisprudence. Delving into the formation of the American republic, Story's defense of national government power and economic liberty remains a crucial resource for understanding this pivotal period in American history.