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James Madison, Richard Brookhiser

Label
James Madison, Richard Brookhiser
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references (pages 251-270) and index
resource.biographical
individual biography
Index
index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
James Madison
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
701015433
Responsibility statement
Richard Brookhiser
Summary
Chronicles the life and career of the fourth American president, including his work constructing the U.S. Constitution, his role in shaping American politics, his influence on partisan journalism, and his leadership during the War of 1812
Table Of Contents
Youth, revolution -- The Constitution -- The Federalist, The Bill of Rights -- The first political party -- Leading an opposition -- Wilderness years -- In power -- Problems of power -- President -- War leader -- Retirement, death -- Legacy
Content
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