Tales of the Constituent Moment

Reading Constitutional Preambles as Origin Myths
Nomos, 1. Edition 2023, 256 Pages
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This book delves into the intricate relationship between constitutional preambles and origin/creation stories found in comparative mythology. It uncovers remarkable structural and thematic parallels between these narratives, seamlessly blending legal scholarship with the captivating field of narratology. Through a meticulous examination of how constitutional preambles provide context to the constitution and how creation myths infuse profound meaning and significance into the transformative moments of birthing a new polity, the book establishes historical and horizontal connections across a diverse range of texts that contribute to the paratextual genre of "preambles". Employing theoretical frameworks from philosophy, theology, and history, this book eloquently showcases the unbroken continuity of constituent politico-legal discourses, bridging the gap between ancient times and the modern world.
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Bibliographical data
Edition 1
ISBN 978-3-7560-0531-4
Subtitle Reading Constitutional Preambles as Origin Myths
Publication Date Aug 28, 2023
Year of Publication 2023
Publisher Nomos
Format Hardcover
Language englisch
Pages 256
Medium Book
Product Type Scientific literature
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