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James Madison : A Life Reconsidered (1865)
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This extraordinary biography vividly portrays James Madison and the genius he brought to our nation's founding and early years. An iconoclast from his first entrance into politics, he was by the age thirty-six championing what had long been thought impossible a vast republic, a great nation of self-governing people such as the world had never seen. Madison brought this vision to the Philadelphia convention in 1787 and saw to its embodiment in the Constitution of the United States. Madison not only was the intellectual force behind the creation of the Constitution, he was essential to its ratification, offering a powerful defence in The Federalist . He went on to lead the First Congress and serve as President Washington's chief advisor. With a political savvy unmatched since, he secured passage of the Bill of Rights. In 1812, he became the first president to lead the nation in war under the Constitution, and he was not only a steady commander in chief but a friend of liberty, refusing to silence those opposed to was, although many pressed him to do so. Now Madison is given his due in a majestic biography that encompasses the whole man his mind, his deeds, and his character. Lynne Cheney, a seasoned observer of political life as well as a bestselling author, explores the sources of Madison's genius and explodes the myths that have burdened his reputation. Far from being shy, he was a masterful politician who understood the uses of reticence. Stereotyped in our time as forever sickly or imagining himself to be he was very often well and vigorous. When at crucial times he was out of action, it was usually because of seizures, which he described in a way that fit with a modern understanding of epilepsy. Using breakthrough research, Cheney explores the ways Madison's disorder and the dogma surrounding it fortified his commitment to intellectual freedom. Cheney recreates the early Republic brilliantly, bringing forward the legendary characters who were Madison's peers. She highlights his long and intimate friendship with Thomas Jefferson, a relationship that benefited both men and the nation they served. She probes Madison's rivalry with Alexander Hamilton, whose expansive view of federal authority so appalled Madison that he once again confounded conventional wisdom. In an era when political fraction were regarded with disdain, he worked to establish the country's first oppositions party and used it to defeat advocates of federal power whose views he thought unconstitutional. Gifted with a steady temperament 'the greatest man in the world,' Jefferson called him Madison preferred to operate with drama but he married one of the most dramatic and glamorous women of the age, Dolley Payne Todd. With a social instinct that matched his political gifts, she helped him become president and created her own place in history. Cheney offers a lively, intimate, and compelling portrait of a man whose genius was pivotal to shaping our country, whose principles and political skill brought the United States through extraordinary dangerous times, and whose legacy we benefit from in the freedoms we treasure today. 'James Madison did as much to put his stamp on the nation as any of the founders, yet too rarely is he given his due in the pantheon of America's statesmen. In this stunning, brilliant work, Lynne Cheney rectifies this glaring oversight and brings Madison to life as never before. Written with subtlety and grace, the book is as groundbreaking as it is fresh, as enthralling as it is compulsively readable. It is nothing short of a masterpiece that deserves to be in the bookshelf of every history buff.' Jay Winik, author of April 1865 and The Great Upheaval 'After more than twenty-five years working on the Madison Papers, it's not often that I read something about him that is fresh and engaging and discovers n.
This extraordinary biography vividly portrays James Madison and the genius he brought to our nation's founding and early years. An iconoclast from his first entrance into politics, he was by the age thirty-six championing what had long been thought impossible a vast republic, a great nation of self-governing people such as the world had never seen. Madison brought this vision to the Philadelphia convention in 1787 and saw to its embodiment in the Constitution of the United States. Madison not only was the intellectual force behind the creation of the Constitution, he was essential to its ratification, offering a powerful defence in The Federalist . He went on to lead the First Congress and serve as President Washington's chief advisor. With a political savvy unmatched since, he secured passage of the Bill of Rights. In 1812, he became the first president to lead the nation in war under the Constitution, and he was not only a steady commander in chief but a friend of liberty, refusing to silence those opposed to was, although many pressed him to do so. Now Madison is given his due in a majestic biography that encompasses the whole man his mind, his deeds, and his character. Lynne Cheney, a seasoned observer of political life as well as a bestselling author, explores the sources of Madison's genius and explodes the myths that have burdened his reputation. Far from being shy, he was a masterful politician who understood the uses of reticence. Stereotyped in our time as forever sickly or imagining himself to be he was very often well and vigorous. When at crucial times he was out of action, it was usually because of seizures, which he described in a way that fit with a modern understanding of epilepsy. Using breakthrough research, Cheney explores the ways Madison's disorder and the dogma surrounding it fortified his commitment to intellectual freedom. Cheney recreates the early Republic brilliantly, bringing forward the legendary characters who were Madison's peers. She highlights his long and intimate friendship with Thomas Jefferson, a relationship that benefited both men and the nation they served. She probes Madison's rivalry with Alexander Hamilton, whose expansive view of federal authority so appalled Madison that he once again confounded conventional wisdom. In an era when political fraction were regarded with disdain, he worked to establish the country's first oppositions party and used it to defeat advocates of federal power whose views he thought unconstitutional. Gifted with a steady temperament 'the greatest man in the world,' Jefferson called him Madison preferred to operate with drama but he married one of the most dramatic and glamorous women of the age, Dolley Payne Todd. With a social instinct that matched his political gifts, she helped him become president and created her own place in history. Cheney offers a lively, intimate, and compelling portrait of a man whose genius was pivotal to shaping our country, whose principles and political skill brought the United States through extraordinary dangerous times, and whose legacy we benefit from in the freedoms we treasure today. 'James Madison did as much to put his stamp on the nation as any of the founders, yet too rarely is he given his due in the pantheon of America's statesmen. In this stunning, brilliant work, Lynne Cheney rectifies this glaring oversight and brings Madison to life as never before. Written with subtlety and grace, the book is as groundbreaking as it is fresh, as enthralling as it is compulsively readable. It is nothing short of a masterpiece that deserves to be in the bookshelf of every history buff.' Jay Winik, author of April 1865 and The Great Upheaval 'After more than twenty-five years working on the Madison Papers, it's not often that I read something about him that is fresh and engaging and discovers n.
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James Madison: A Life Reconsidered (2014)
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First edition, first printing hardcover, which is in fine condition except for minor shelf wear (see photos) and signed and inscribed by the author. Pamphlet from event at the National Archives where book was signed is included. Seller will carefully wrap book in bubble wrap, box it, and ship it via USPS Priority with tracking.Lin-Manuel Miranda's play "Hamilton" has reignited interest in the founding fathers; it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic.Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states—so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers—helped shape the country Americans live in today.Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country's history—the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson's secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence—and remain a republic still.
Von Händler/Antiquariat, Duran Book Sales.
First edition, first printing hardcover, which is in fine condition except for minor shelf wear (see photos) and signed and inscribed by the author. Pamphlet from event at the National Archives where book was signed is included. Seller will carefully wrap book in bubble wrap, box it, and ship it via USPS Priority with tracking.Lin-Manuel Miranda's play "Hamilton" has reignited interest in the founding fathers; it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic.Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states—so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers—helped shape the country Americans live in today.Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country's history—the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson's secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence—and remain a republic still.
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James Madison (2014)
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A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney Lin-Manuel Miranda's play 'Hamilton' has reignited interest in the founding fathers; it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states-so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers-helped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country's history-the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson's secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence-and remain a republic still. ePUB, 06.05.2014.
A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney Lin-Manuel Miranda's play 'Hamilton' has reignited interest in the founding fathers; it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states-so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers-helped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country's history-the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson's secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence-and remain a republic still. ePUB, 06.05.2014.
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James Madison (2014)
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A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney Lin-Manuel Miranda's play "Hamilton" has reignited interest in the founding fathers; it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states-so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers-helped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country's history-the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson's secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence-and remain a republic still. From the Hardcover edition.
A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney Lin-Manuel Miranda's play "Hamilton" has reignited interest in the founding fathers; it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states-so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers-helped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country's history-the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson's secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence-and remain a republic still. From the Hardcover edition.
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James Madison - A Life Reconsidered (1812)
~EN NW EB DLISBN: 9780698163454 bzw. 0698163451, vermutlich in Englisch, Penguin Publishing Group, neu, E-Book, elektronischer Download.
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James Madison: A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney Lin-Manuel Miranda`s play `Hamilton` has reignited interest in the founding fathers it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states-so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers-helped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country`s history-the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson`s secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence-and remain a republic still. Englisch, Ebook.
James Madison: A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney Lin-Manuel Miranda`s play `Hamilton` has reignited interest in the founding fathers it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states-so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers-helped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country`s history-the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson`s secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence-and remain a republic still. Englisch, Ebook.
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James Madison: A Life Reconsidered
EN USISBN: 0670025194 bzw. 9780670025190, in Englisch, Viking, gebraucht.
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A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rational... A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states-so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers-helped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country's history-the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson's secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence-and remain a republic still. Productinformatie:Taal: Engels;Formaat: ePub met kopieerbeveiliging (DRM) van Adobe;Bestandsgrootte: 11.55 MB;Kopieerrechten: Het kopiëren van (delen van) de pagina's is niet toegestaan ;Printrechten: Het printen van de pagina's is niet toegestaan;Voorleesfunctie: De voorleesfunctie is uitgeschakeld;Geschikt voor: Alle e-readers te koop bij bol.com (of compatible met Adobe DRM). Telefoons/tablets met Google Android (1.6 of hoger) voorzien van bol.com boekenbol app. PC en Mac met Adobe reader software;ISBN10: 0698163451;ISBN13: 9780698163454; Engels | Ebook | 2014.
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A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rational... A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states-so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers-helped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country's history-the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson's secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence-and remain a republic still. Productinformatie:Taal: Engels;Formaat: ePub met kopieerbeveiliging (DRM) van Adobe;Bestandsgrootte: 11.55 MB;Kopieerrechten: Het kopiëren van (delen van) de pagina's is niet toegestaan ;Printrechten: Het printen van de pagina's is niet toegestaan;Voorleesfunctie: De voorleesfunctie is uitgeschakeld;Geschikt voor: Alle e-readers te koop bij bol.com (of compatible met Adobe DRM). Telefoons/tablets met Google Android (1.6 of hoger) voorzien van bol.com boekenbol app. PC en Mac met Adobe reader software;ISBN10: 0698163451;ISBN13: 9780698163454; Engels | Ebook | 2014.
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James Madison
EN HC NW EBISBN: 9780670025190 bzw. 0670025194, in Englisch, Penguin Publishing Group, gebundenes Buch, neu, E-Book.
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History, A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney Lin-Manuel Miranda's play "Hamilton" has reignited interest in the founding fathers; it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of statesso eloquently presented in The Federalist papershelped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country's historythe Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson's secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independenceand remain a republic still. From the Hardcover edition. eBook.
History, A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney Lin-Manuel Miranda's play "Hamilton" has reignited interest in the founding fathers; it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of statesso eloquently presented in The Federalist papershelped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country's historythe Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson's secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independenceand remain a republic still. From the Hardcover edition. eBook.
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James Madison: A Life Reconsidered Lynne Cheney Author (1812)
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A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney Lin-Manuel Miranda's play Hamilton has reignited interest in the founding fathers; it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states—so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers—helped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country’s history—the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson’s secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence—and remain a republic still.
A major new biography of the fourth president of the United States by New York Times bestselling author Lynne Cheney Lin-Manuel Miranda's play Hamilton has reignited interest in the founding fathers; it features James Madison among its vibrant cast of characters. This majestic new biography of James Madison explores the astonishing story of a man of vaunted modesty who audaciously changed the world. Among the Founding Fathers, Madison was a true genius of the early republic. Outwardly reserved, Madison was the intellectual driving force behind the Constitution and crucial to its ratification. His visionary political philosophy and rationale for the union of states—so eloquently presented in The Federalist papers—helped shape the country Americans live in today. Along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison would found the first political party in the country’s history—the Democratic Republicans. As Jefferson’s secretary of state, he managed the Louisiana Purchase, doubling the size of the United States. As president, Madison led the country in its first war under the Constitution, the War of 1812. Without precedent to guide him, he would demonstrate that a republic could defend its honor and independence—and remain a republic still.
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