Plain, Honest Men by Richard Beeman
The Making of the American Constitution
This insightful narrative delves into the pivotal summer of 1787, when a group of diverse and determined delegates gathered in Philadelphia to draft the United States Constitution. The book captures the intense debates, personal rivalries, and political maneuverings that shaped the foundational document of American governance. Through vivid portraits of key figures like George Washington, James Madison, and Benjamin Franklin, it reveals the human drama and ideological clashes that influenced the creation of a new nation, highlighting the blend of compromise and conviction that ultimately forged a lasting framework for democracy.
- Published
- 2009
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 432
- Original Language
- English
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