An authoritative, accessible guide to the figures who shaped a
nation
How did upstart colonists solidify the ideas celebrated in the
Declaration of Independence and defeat the powerful British army?
How did thinkers from disparate backgrounds shape a government that
transformed modern politics? The Founding Fathers explains how,
putting valuable information on this historic period at your
fingertips--straight from one of the most trusted sources of
information around the globe.
This comprehensive guide takes a compelling look at prominent
statesmen such as Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Thomas
Paine, and George Washington and lesser-known but influential
leaders such as Samuel Chase, Charles Pinckney, and others.
Alphabetized for easy reference, it also offers discussions of key
issues, including slavery, the separation of powers, the
presidency, and Deism and Christianity; events, such as the
American Revolution, the Whiskey Rebellion, and the Louisiana
Purchase; and documents, including the Constitution and the Bill of
Rights. Every special essay and concise entry--from "Abigail Adams"
to "George Wythe"--promotes the deeper understanding of the
personalities, issues, and events that only Encyclop?dia Britannica
can provide.
The book's balanced, fact-based coverage of the Founding Fathers
is especially relevant today, when differing interpretations of
their intent are used in debates over current policies. The
Founding Fathers is the ideal resource for anyone looking to hone
his or her knowledge of the fascinating figures who wrote the first
chapter of U.S. history.
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