The Eighth Amendment
Amendments to the United States Constitution: The Bill of Rights
Prior to the existence of the Eighth Amendment, there was little to protect citizens of the English colonies from excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments. The enduring freedoms guaranteed by this amendment are extremely important to all U.S. citizens. Readers will learn about the politicians who fought for the amendment's passage. They will also learn about what life was like for Americans before the Eighth Amendment was passed, how the amendment's elastic wording has helped it remain relevant through the years, and how it defends our freedoms today.
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Series Review: Amendments to the United States Constitution"These well-written, objective, and informative introductions to the Bill of Rights discuss the historical reasons for each amendment, its basis in British and American common law, and the statutory and case law that shaped its implementation and development...Sidebars and large, captioned photos and illustrations supplement the texts. While primarily useful for reports, these books will also give students perspective on current events."
--School Library Journal
Series Review: Amendments to the United States Constitution
"Each volume in this series provides a thorough examination of the amendment - from the history leading up to its adoption, to how the amendment relates to us today. The consistent layout includes an introduction, and sources to go to for more information and further reading."
--Library Media Connection
