An authoritative, accessible guide to the figures who shaped a nation
How did upstart colonists solidify the ideas celebrated in the
Declaration of Independence and defeat the powerful British army? How
did thinkers from disparate backgrounds shape a government that
transformed modern politics? The Founding Fathers explains how, putting
valuable information on this historic period at your
fingertips--straight from one of the most trusted sources of information
around the globe.
This comprehensive guide takes a compelling look at prominent statesmen
such as Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Thomas Paine, and George
Washington and lesser-known but influential leaders such as Samuel
Chase, Charles Pinckney, and others. Alphabetized for easy reference, it
also offers discussions of key issues, including slavery, the separation
of powers, the presidency, and Deism and Christianity; events, such as
the American Revolution, the Whiskey Rebellion, and the Louisiana
Purchase; and documents, including the Constitution and the Bill of
Rights. Every special essay and concise entry--from ""Abigail Adams"" to
""George Wythe""--promotes the deeper understanding of the
personalities, issues, and events that only Encyclop?dia Britannica can
provide.
The book's balanced, fact-based coverage of the Founding Fathers is
especially relevant today, when differing interpretations of their
intent are used in debates over current policies. The Founding Fathers
is the ideal resource for anyone looking to hone his or her knowledge of
the fascinating figures who wrote the first chapter of U.S. history.
