Law and the Borders of Belonging in the Long Nineteenth Century United States

Discover a groundbreaking exploration of citizenship and identity in Barbara Young Welke's Law and the Borders of Belonging in the Long Nineteenth Century United States, published by Cambridge University Press in 2010. This insightful hardback, spanning 256 pages, presents a fresh perspective on liberal selfhood and citizenship from the founding of the United States through the 1920s. Welke's meticulous research reveals how the privileges of able white men were intricately linked to the marginalization of disabled individuals, racial minorities, and women during this transformative period. Delve into the complexities of discrimination, equality, and the evolving legal landscape that shaped American society. This book is essential for anyone interested in the historical intersections of law, identity, and belonging in the United States.