The Federalist Papers [Hardcover Edition] | ![The Federalist Papers [Hardcover Edition]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51-F2u99vqL._SL160_.jpg) | Authors: Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, John Jay
Publisher: Filibust
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 67268
Media: Hardcover
Pages: 668
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Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 6 x 2
ISBN: 1599866439
Dewey Decimal Number: 342
EAN: 9781599866437
ASIN: 1599866439
Publication Date: December 16, 2007
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The Federalist Papers server as the primary source for interpretating the United States Constitution, and are an outline behind the philosophy and motivation of this newly proposed government system. Being a series of eighty-five articles, they advocate for the the ratification of the United States Constitution. This edition of The Federalist Papers is highly recommended for those interested in the history of the founding of the United States government system and also for those who are scholars of the United States Constitution.
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 Excellent Book January 22, 2010
Michael Adams (California)
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
First and foremost it was nice to have a book formatted correctly for the Kindle. I am staying away from the free ones for that reason. I would rather pay a dollar for a readable book, otherwise you end up not reading the book out of frustration.
I am a political science major and so this was required reading. However, I found it fascinating. This book gives you an inside perspective of the early politicians of the US. If only we could get today's politicians to read this too. Although I do not agree with all the authors views, there were several viewpoints that i found fascinating.
I would also recommend this to anyone interested in the Revolutionary War and post Revolutionary war time period.
Bigger is better for students April 29, 2009
Eva Long
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
The Federalist Papers are an important read for anyone learning about our government. This version works well for students, and I purchased it after already owning a small paperback copy. This particular book has bright paper, strong enough for taking excessive notes, and the margins are sufficiently large. I am also finding the larger page sizes are helpful, and I can see more content without flipping back and forth so often.
For students like me, I give this version five stars.
Great Looking Book April 27, 2009
D. Bishop
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I purchased this book as a gift for a colleague who is quite the fan of all things related to the United States Constitution. He dropped a hint that he wanted a nice quality copy of The Federalist Papers for his 10 year anniversary with our firm, and this version fit the bill quite perfectly. The cover design has a nice look to it, the book feels substantial, the text is easy to read, and he was (fortunately) quite pleased upon receiving the gift.
Relevant for Today May 16, 2009
B. Hawken
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
The founding fathers have much to teach us today. It is disappointing that so many of our political leaders seem to lack an understanding of the Federalist Papers, and by extension, the basics of the Constitution. Many of them would benefit greatly from a thorough reading of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and these Federalist Papers.
Under the pen-name Publius, Alexander Hamilton, with much help from James Madison and John Jay, endeavored to write the Federalist Papers as means to convince his home-state of New York to ratify the Constitution.
In the 85 papers that make up The Federalist Papers, Hamilton, Madison and Jay make an eloquent and prescient argument as to why New Yorkers should vote for ratification.
The Anti-Federalist Papers are also well worth a read to gain understanding of the counterpoint arguments to ratification. Thought they lost, the arguments, nonetheless, were instrumental in the formation of our government.
A Must Read to Understand Our Government March 22, 2010
K. Lefevre (USA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This book sheds light on the early thoughts, feelings and reasoning behind the creation of the United States of America. Although the Constitution gave great powers to the federal government, the first few decades interpretted those powers and implemented them. The United States is as much a product of the interpretation of the Constitution and the years leading up to it, as it is a product of the Constitution.
I reccommend this book to anyone who wants to understand the founding of the United States of America.
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