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Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation
Author: Joseph J. Ellis
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Publisher: Vintage
Book Type: Paperback
Members Wishing: 5
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ISBN-13: 9780375705243 - ISBN-10: 0375705244
Pages: 304

Book Description:
In this landmark work of history, the National Book Award-winning author of American Sphinx explores how a group of greatly gifted but deeply flawed individuals -- Hamilton, Burr, Jefferson, Franklin, Washington, Adams, and Madison -- confronted the overwhelming challenges before them to set the course for our nation.

The United States was more a fragile hope than a reality in 1790. During the decade that followed, the Founding Fathers -- re-examined here as Founding Brothers -- combined the ideals of the Declaration of Independence with the content of the Constitution to create the practical workings of our government. Through an analysis of six fascinating episodes -- Hamilton and Burr’s deadly duel, Washington’s precedent-setting Farewell Address, Adams’ administration and political partnership with his wife, the debate about where to place the capital, Franklin’s attempt to force Congress to confront the issue of slavery and Madison’s attempts to block him, and Jefferson and Adams’ famous correspondence -- Founding Brothers brings to life the vital issues and personalities from the most important decade in our nation’s history.
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Judi T. from CAMPBELL, CA wrote on 6/9/2008...

2 member(s) found this review helpful.

Loved the subject matter, but the writing was a little over the top. He could have said things more succinctly, but I liked the research and organization. Definitely worth the read.

Chris B. from PENDLETON, IN wrote on 1/29/2007...

2 member(s) found this review helpful.

Ellis is a prominent historical writer; this book offers details on the founding fathers generation including Hamilton, Burr, Washington, Jefferson, etc.

Kat J. from ANNANDALE, VA wrote on 11/13/2006...

2 member(s) found this review helpful.

This book provides several views of history in which the average person is unlikely to have access. An entertaining, historical read.

Matt B. (BuffaloSavage) from GETZVILLE, NY wrote on 11/6/2006...

2 member(s) found this review helpful.

Interesting balance of political ideas and personalities of founding fathers such as Hamilton, Jefferson, Adams, and Washington.

Eileen T. from LIBERTYVILLE, IL wrote on 4/13/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

The writing is boring but worth it. Good information.


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Don H. from COOKEVILLE, TN wrote on 8/22/2008...


Good book

Sam P. from NORWELL, MA wrote on 6/22/2005...


great book. very interesting. very accurate.

Bill V. from BROKEN ARROW, OK wrote on 6/6/2005...


Good book on the early days of our country.