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A selection of nineteen essential essays from The Federalist Papers in their original lengths by James Madison, Alexander Hamilton and John Jay, with notes by Richard BeemanPenguin presents a series of six portable, accessible, andabove allessential reads from American political history, selected by leading scholars. Series editor Richard Beeman, author of The Penguin Guide to the U.S. Constitution, draws together the great texts of American civic life to create a timely and informative minilibrary of perennially vital issues. Whether readers are encountering these classic writings for the first time, or brushing up in anticipation of the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, these slim volumes will serve as a powerful and illuminating resource for scholars, students, and civicminded citizens.Written at a time when furious arguments were raging about the best way to govern America, The Federalist Papers had the immediate practical aim of persuading New Yorkers to accept the newly drafted Constitution in 1787. In this they were supremely successful, but their influence also transcended contemporary debate to win them a lasting place in discussions of American political theory. The Federalist Papers make a powerful case for powersharing between State and Federal authorities and have only risen in legal influence over the last two centuries. Beemans analysis helps clarify the goals, at once separate and in concert, of Madison, Hamilton, and Jay during their writing, and his selection of some of the most important papers show the array of issuesboth philosophical and policyspecificcovered by this body of work."The best commentary on the principles of government which ever was written" Thomas Jefferson
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are The Federalist Papers? A: The Federalist Papers are a collection of essays written by James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay that explain and defend the principles of the U.S. Constitution.
- Q: Who edited this edition of The Federalist Papers? A: This edition of The Federalist Papers is edited by Richard Beeman, who provides notes that enhance the understanding of the essays.
- Q: How many essays are included in this selection? A: This selection includes nineteen essential essays from The Federalist Papers.
- Q: What is the intended audience for this book? A: The book is intended for scholars, students, and anyone interested in American political history and civic life.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of The Federalist Papers was published on August 28, 2012.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This edition contains 208 pages.
- Q: What themes are covered in The Federalist Papers? A: The Federalist Papers cover themes such as power-sharing between state and federal authorities, governance, and the philosophical underpinnings of American democracy.
- Q: Is this book suitable for first-time readers? A: Yes, this book is suitable for first-time readers as it presents essential essays in an accessible format.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is in new condition when purchased.