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A Matter of Interpretation
A Matter of Interpretation
Author: Antonin Scalia
We are all familiar with the image of the immensely clever judge who discerns the best rule of common law for the case at hand. According to U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, a judge like this can maneuver through earlier cases to achieve the desired aim--"distinguishing one prior case on his left, straight-arming another one on his rig...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780691004006
ISBN-10: 0691004005
Publication Date: 7/27/1998
Pages: 176
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3.8 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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LaCygne avatar reviewed A Matter of Interpretation on + 14 more book reviews
Even if you don't agree with Scalia's interpretation of the Constitution, this is a very interesting read. He presents his argument methodically and with humor (and a fair amount of sarcasm). Written in a style that is both more accessible and more fluid than most academic texts.

3.5/5.0 stars.


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