Book Club
Our Book Club series invites Americans of all ages to engage with works by leading scholars and thinkers exploring the Constitution, American history, and the ideas that shape our constitutional democracy. Through conversations with authors representing a range of perspectives, the series encourages thoughtful discussion grounded in primary sources and constitutional principles. The Center convenes these conversations as a forum for learning and dialogue.
Upcoming Book Clubs
Sarah Isgur on Last Branch Standing: A Potentially Surprising, Occasionally Witty Journey Inside Today's Supreme Court
Sarah Isgur joins for a conversation on her new book, Last Branch Standing: A Potentially Surprising, Occasionally Witty Journey Inside Today's Supreme Court. Drawing on history, law, and current debates, Isgur offers an engaging look at the Supreme Court, exploring its unique role in American democracy, how the Court became the nation’s “last branch standing,” and what its growing power means for the future of the Constitution.
Sai Prakash on The Presidential Pardon: The Short Clause with a Long, Troubled History
Saikrishna (Sai) Prakash joins to discuss his new book, The Presidential Pardon: The Short Clause with a Long, Troubled History. The Constitution’s Pardon Clause grants the president a power unmatched in scope and consequence. In The Presidential Pardon, legal scholar Saikrishna Prakash explores how this brief clause has grown into the most expansive and controversial tool of the modern presidency.
Michael Auslin on National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America
Michael Auslin joins to discuss his new book, National Treasure: How the Declaration of Independence Made America, a sweeping and vivid history of the Declaration of Independence from its drafting to its enduring role in American life today.
The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the National Constitution Center. Programs will be offered both virtually and in person at the Center in Philadelphia. We encourage you to submit your questions in advance to [email protected] and help guide our discussion.
Past Book Clubs
National Constitution Center Book Club With Jon Meacham
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and National Constitution Center Semiquincentennial Scholar Jon Meacham discusses his book American Struggle: Democracy, Dissent, and the Pursuit of a More Perfect Union.
Live at the National Constitution Center Podcast
Live at the National Constitution Center Podcast is a rebroadcast of America's Town Hall Programs including live constitution conversations and debates featuring leading historians, journalists, scholars, and public officials hosted at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia and across America
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We the People Podcast
Looking for more great content? We the People is our companion weekly podcast featuring constitutional debate hosted by National Constitution Center CEO emeritus Jeffrey Rosen.
