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The Debates on the Adoption of the Federal Constitution
James Madison, The Constitutional Convention, US Government, et al.
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"The Debates on the Adoption of the Federal Constitution," edited by Jonathan Elliot, is a comprehensive five-volume collection that meticulously documents the deliberations and discussions held in various state conventions during a pivotal period in American history. As the United States grappled with the adoption of the Federal Constitution, these state conventions played a crucial role in shaping the nation's political landscape. Jonathan Elliot, through careful compilation and editing, presents a rich tapestry of the debates that unfolded across different states, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the diverse opinions, concerns, and arguments surrounding the ratification of the Constitution. This volumes remain the best source for materials about the national government's transitional period between the closing of the Constitutional Convention in September 1787 and the opening of the First Federal Congress in March 1789.
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Founding Fathers, Political Theories, Revolutionary Period, Historical Debates, United States Politics, Patriotism, Early American Documents, Constitutional Convention, American History, First Federal Congress