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A brilliant solution : inventing the American Constitution

text A brilliant solution : inventing the American Constitution

Berkin, Carol.

Summary
We know and love the story of the American Revolution, from the Declaration of Independence to Cornwallis's defeat. We forget, though, that the Articles of Confederation and our first attempts at self-government were disasters; the post-revolution... Read more
Contents
Our present federal government is a name, a shadow : the call for a convention -- Making Mr. Madison wait -- A gathering of demi-gods -- How far do you intend to go? : the perils of power -- I do not trust you, gentlemen : schisms, threats, and co... Read more
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310 p. ; 22 cm.
Publisher
Harcourt 2002
MARC Permalink

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Woodmere (Main Branch) 973.318 BER in Adult Non-fiction Available

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