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The Federalist

The Federalist

or, The new Constitution.
ClassicsEssays
Pages
484
Published
1982
Language
English

Synopsis

Explore the foundational arguments for the United States Constitution through this collection of influential essays. Written by key figures of the era, these letters originally aimed to persuade the public to adopt the new framework of government. This edition also includes the full text of the Constitution, offering a comprehensive look at the documents that shaped American democracy.

Prose complexity
10/10

Vibe

Thought-ProvokingIntellectualInformativePhilosophical
Epistolary

Genres

Classics Essays History Politics & Society Biography & Memoir Law Politics

Authors

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Alexander Hamilton

Alexander Hamilton (January 11, 1755 or 1757] – July 12, 1804) was an American military officer, statesman, and Founding Father who served as the first U.S. secretary of the treasury from 1789 to 1795 during George Washington's presidency.

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James Madison

Madison was an American politician who served as the fourth President of the United States between 1809–1817.

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John Jay

John Jay (December 12, 1745 – May 17, 1829) was an American statesman, diplomat, signatory of the Treaty of Paris, and a Founding Father of the United States.