Der Rechtsstaat

<p><i>Der Rechtsstaat</i> by Rudolph Gneist published in 1872 is a seminal work on the principles of the rule of law in the context of the German state. Gneist a prominent jurist and political theorist explores the historical development and philosophical underpinnings of a constitutional state governed by law. This book delves into the structures and mechanisms necessary to ensure that governmental power is exercised within legal boundaries safeguarding individual rights and liberties.</p> <p>Gneist's analysis offers a detailed examination of the legal and political institutions that underpin a Rechtsstaat including discussions of administrative law judicial review and the separation of powers. Der Rechtsstaat remains a crucial text for understanding the evolution of constitutional thought in Germany and its impact on modern legal systems. It is essential reading for scholars and students interested in legal history political science and constitutional theory.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>