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Hardcover. Condizione: As New. 1st Edition. NEW LOA First Edition hardcover (Orig. 1999) First Printing * Over 200 years after the founding of the federal republic, James Madison remains the most important political thinker in American history. The prime framer of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, Madison was also a brilliant expositor of the new republican government and its underlying principles. His eloquent and insightful writing on freedom of religion, freedom of speech and the press, the rights of minorities under majority rule, the role of the states in the federal system, and the separation of powers are central to American political thought and speak to the controversies of the present day. Arranged chronologically, this Library of America volume contains 197 essays, addresses, speeches, private memoranda, and letters written between 1772 and 1836. Included are all twenty-nine of Madison's contributions to The Federalist, as well as revealing letters and speeches from the Constitutional Convention, the crucial Virginia ratifying convention, and the first federal Congress that illuminate his central role in framing and ratifying the Constitution and adopting the Bill of Rights. Early letters from the Revolution and the Confederation record Madison's strong commitment to religious freedom, his acute observations on the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, and the beginning of his historic political collaboration with Thomas Jefferson. Selections from the 1790s include eloquent denunciations of the Alien and Sedition Acts and candid private appraisals of George Washington and John Adams. Writings from his terms as secretary of state and president record his determination to uphold American independence during the conflicts of the Napoleonic era and his leadership of the nation during the fiercely controversial War of 1812. Letters and memoranda from his retirement demonstrate his opposition to nullification and secession, his illusory hopes for African colonization as a solution to the dilemma of slavery, and his deepening concern over the sectional threat to the federal union he loved. James Madison: Writings includes a chronology of Madison's life, an essay on the texts, explanatory notes, and an index. * LIBRARY OF AMERICA is an independent nonprofit cultural organization founded in 1979 to preserve our nation's literary heritage by publishing, and keeping permanently in print, America's best and most significant writing. The Library of America series includes more than 300 volumes to date, authoritative editions that average 1,000 pages in length, feature cloth covers, sewn bindings, and ribbon markers, and are printed on premium acid-free paper that will last for centuries. * ABOUT THE AUTHOR: JAMES MADISON (1751-1836) was the fourth President of the United States and become known as the 'father' of the Constitution because of his influence in planning it and drawing up the Bill of Rights. He was Secretary of State under Jefferson, and his main achievement in this role was the purchase of Louisiana from the French. He lived in Montpelier, Virginia, for eighty-five years, two of which he spent on the governor's council. He was elected President in 1809 and again in 1812. During his terms in office he worked to abolish slavery, to disestablish the Church and to seek peace, although under his command the war against Britain resulted in a U.S. triumph.* SHIPPING: MNEMOSYNE carefully wraps, labels & custom-packages this fine book w/ our greatest elegance & care for FREE shipment via USPS MEDIA MAIL within the U.S. w/ Domestic USPS PRIORITY MAIL available for a nominal additional fee & shipment of all international orders via efficient USPS FIRST CLASS AIRMAIL at our posted rates.

Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. First edition. 266pp. Slightly cocked spine else near fine in a very good dust jacket with rubbing and some edgewear. Contributions by Henry E. Brady, John Milton Cooper, Jr., Stephen Holmes, Pamela S. Karlan, Alexander Keyssar, and Larry Kramer.

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Condizione: New. This interdisciplinary volume focuses on constitutional democracy, with special reference to the United States. Editor(s): Ferejohn, John; Rakove, Jack N.; Riley, Jonathan; Teichgraeber, Richard F. Series: Murphy Institute Studies in Political Economy. Num Pages: 430 pages, 12 b/w illus. 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHC; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 29. Weight in Grams: 797. . 2001. Illustrated. hardcover. . . . .

Condizione: New. This interdisciplinary volume focuses on constitutional democracy, with special reference to the United States. Editor(s): Ferejohn, John; Rakove, Jack N.; Riley, Jonathan; Teichgraeber, Richard F. Series: Murphy Institute Studies in Political Economy. Num Pages: 430 pages, 12 b/w illus. 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHC; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 29. Weight in Grams: 797. . 2001. Illustrated. hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 607 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.25 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand.

Hardcover. Condizione: Brand New. 607 pages. 9.25x6.25x1.50 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand.