Summary of H. W. Brands's Founding Partisans

Get the Summary of H. W. Brands's Founding Partisans in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Founding Partisans" by H. W. Brands explores the political dynamics and ideological battles among key figures during the early years of the United States. Alexander Hamilton, a proponent of a strong central government, published "The Continentalist No. 1" to advocate for federal authority over state power. James Madison, concerned about the inefficiencies of the Confederation, sought to amend the Articles but faced challenges, including the Pennsylvania mutiny. The book details the Constitutional Convention, where Madison's Virginia Plan, promoting a strong consolidated union, clashed with the New Jersey Plan's emphasis on state sovereignty...

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Ebook: February 7, 2024