Constitutional Convention

Author:   James Madison ,  Richard B Russell Professor of History and Talmadge Professor of Law Edward J Larson, J.D., PH.D. (University of Georgia) ,  E Merton Coulter Professor of History Michael P Winship (University of Georgia)
Publisher:   Modern Library
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9781299120723


Publication Date:   01 January 2011
Format:   Electronic book text
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In 1787, the American union was in disarray. The incompatible demands of the separate states threatened its existence; some states were even in danger of turning into the kind of tyranny they had so recently deposed. A truly national government was needed, one that could raise money, regulate commerce, and defend the states against foreign threats-without becoming as overbearing as England. So thirty-six-year-old James Madison believed. That summer, the Virginian was instrumental in organizing the Constitutional Convention, in which one of the world's greatest documents would be debated, created, and signed. Inspired by a sense of history in the making, he kept the most extensive notes of any attendee.Now two esteemed scholars have made these minutes accessible to everyone. Presented with modern punctuation and spelling, judicious cuts, and helpful notes-plus fascinating background information on every delegate and an overview of the tumultuous times-here is the great drama of how the Constitution came to be, from the opening statements to the final votes. This Modern Library Paperback Classic also includes an Introduction and appendices from the authors. From the Trade Paperback edition.

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Author:   James Madison ,  Richard B Russell Professor of History and Talmadge Professor of Law Edward J Larson, J.D., PH.D. (University of Georgia) ,  E Merton Coulter Professor of History Michael P Winship (University of Georgia)
Publisher:   Modern Library
Imprint:   Modern Library
ISBN:  

9781299120723


ISBN 10:   1299120725
Publication Date:   01 January 2011
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Electronic book text
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock   Availability explained
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