The Constitution of the United States of America and Other Writings of the Founding Fathers

The Timeless Classics series from Rock Point brings together the works of classic authors from around the world, in beautifully packaged gift editions with luxurious endpapers, ribbon markers, and foil and deboss details. This collection of essential historical documents that laid the foundation for the United States and charted its growth and development makes an excellent keepsake for American history enthusiasts.

Format: Hardback
Length: 624 pages
Publication date: 22 March 2022
Publisher: Rock Point

This magnificent book assembles the indispensable historical documents that formed the foundation of the United States and guided the course of the nation's growth and development. Presented with an introduction by Andrew S. Trees, this collection offers a glimpse into the birth of a democracy that has endured and flourished for over two hundred years. Included within this collection are:

The Constitution of the United States and Bill of Rights: The cornerstone of American governance, this document outlines the principles and rights of the nation.

The Declaration of Independence: A seminal proclamation that declared the thirteen American colonies independent from British rule, marking the beginning of the United States.

The Federalist Papers: A series of essays written by Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison under the pseudonym "Publius," these papers were instrumental in shaping the American political system and advocating for a strong federal government.

The Articles of Confederation: The first constitution of the United States, this document established a loose confederation of states and laid the groundwork for the later Constitution.

Common Sense: A pamphlet written by Thomas Paine in 1776, this influential work argued for American independence from British rule and promoted the principles of democracy and liberty.

President George Washington's First Inaugural and Farewell Addresses: These speeches, delivered on April 30, 1789, and September 19, 1796, respectively, marked the beginning and end of Washington's two terms as the first President of the United States.

And much more: This comprehensive collection encompasses a wide range of other significant historical documents that played pivotal roles in shaping the nation.

This beautifully packaged collection of the most important documents of the nation's founding makes an excellent keepsake for American history enthusiasts.

The Timeless Classics series, from Rock Point, brings together the works of classic authors from around the world. Complete and unabridged, these elegantly designed gift editions feature luxe, patterned endpapers, ribbon markers, and foil and deboss details on vibrantly colored cases. Celebrate these beloved works of literature as true standouts in your personal library collection.

Weight: 1050g
Dimension: 174 x 245 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781631067860