1 / 3Handbook on the Construction and Interpretation of the Laws
Handbook on the Construction and Interpretation of the Laws is a reprint of a work presenting rules for interpreting written constitutional and statutory laws. Its stated approach uses consecutively numbered, concise black-letter paragraphs followed by explanatory text, making it a focused reference for readers studying legal interpretation.
At a glance
- Covers canons and rules for construing and interpreting written laws, including constitutional and statutory laws.
- Presents numbered black-letter paragraphs followed by explanatory, developmental, and illustrative text.
- Reprint of the first edition.
Reference price: $34.95
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- The concise numbered rules offer a structured way to locate and review principles of statutory and constitutional interpretation.
- The stated format pairs short rule statements with explanatory discussion rather than presenting the rules alone.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Lawbook Exchange, Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Publication date | February 22, 2011 |
| Edition | Reprint |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 512 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1616191503 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1616191504 |
| Dimensions | 7 x 1.03 x 10 inches |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 2 pounds |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers studying legal interpretation and the construction of written laws.
- Law students and legal researchers seeking a reprint organized around numbered interpretive rules.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a current, jurisdiction-specific legal guide or a general introduction to law. The supplied listing describes a reprint and does not establish that the material has been updated.
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Frequently asked questions
What subjects does this book cover?
The listing describes rules for constructing and interpreting written constitutional and statutory laws.
How is the material organized?
It uses consecutively numbered, concise black-letter paragraphs, followed by explanatory text that develops and illustrates the rules.
Is this an updated edition?
The listing identifies it as a reprint of the first edition. It does not state that the content has been updated.
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