James Madison Garry Wills
Publisher: New York : Times Books, 2002.
ISBN: 0805069054
DDC: 973.51092
LCC: E342
Edition: (hb)
Summary:
In this examination of the life of a founding father, renowned
historian Wills takes a fresh look at the life of James Madison, from
his rise to prominence in the colonies through his role in the
creation of the Articles of Confederation and the first
Constitutional Congress.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (p. [173]-174) and index.
1.Pre-presidential years (1751-1809) --1.Before the Constitution --2.
TheConstitution --3.Three administrations --2. ThePresidency: first
term (1809-1813) --4.Policy and personnel --5.Domestic affairs: the
partisans --6.Foreign affairs: suckered twice --7.Maneuvering into
war --8.To conquer Canada --9.Frigates and a fresh start --3.
ThePresidency: second term (1813-1817) --10.Peace overtures and
professionalism --11.Washington and Baltimore --12.Maneuvering out of
war --13.Assessing the Presidency.
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