The Federalist Papers (Signet Classics)
<b>A DOCUMENT THAT SHAPED A NATION<br><br>An authoritative analysis of the Constitution of the United States and an enduring classic of political philosophy. <br></b><br>Written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay, <i>The Federalist Papers</i> explain the complexities of a constitutional government—its political structure and principles based on the inherent rights of man. Scholars have long regarded this work as a milestone in political science and a classic of American political theory.<br>  <br> Based on the original McLean edition of 1788 and edited by noted historian Clinton Rossiter, this special edition includes:<br>  <br> ◠Textual notes and a select bibliography by Charles R. Kesler<br> ◠Table of contents with a brief précis of each essay<br> ◠Appendix with a copy of the Constitution cross-referenced to The Federalist Papers<br> ◠Index of Ideas that lists the major political concepts discussed<br> ◠Copies of The Declaration of Independence and Articles of Confederation