James Madison

James Madison / Richard Brookhiser.

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.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Brookhiser, Richard
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Basic Books, c2011.
Subjects:
Madison, James, > 1751-1836.
Presidents > United States > Biography.
Statesmen > United States > Biography.
United States > Politics and government > 1809-1817.
United States > Politics and government > 1789-1815.
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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.

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