When ordering from the US, parcels may be subject to import tax and duty charges, which the buyer is responsible to pay. Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation by Joseph J. Ellis This product data sheet is originally written in English. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION CONDITION: NEW Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation by Joseph J. Ellis Paperback, 304 Pages, Published 2002 In this landmark work of history, the National Book Award—winning author of American Sphinx explores how a group of greatly gifted but deeply flawed individuals–Hamilton, Burr, Jefferson, Franklin, Washington, Adams, and Madison–confronted the overwhelming challenges before them to set the course for our nation.The United States was more a fragile hope than a reality in 1790. During the decade that followed, the Founding Fathers–re-examined here as Founding Brothers–combined the ideals of the Declaration of Independence with the content of the Constitution to create the practical workings of our government. Through an analysis of six fascinating episodes–Hamilton and Burr’s deadly duel, Washington’s precedent-setting Farewell Address, Adams’ administration and political partnership with his wife, the debate about where to place the capital, Franklin’s attempt to force Congress to confront the issue of slavery and Madison’s attempts to block him, and Jefferson and Adams’ famous correspondence–Founding Brothers brings to life the vital issues and personalities from the most important decade in our nation’s history. ACTUAL PHOTOS UPLOADED ? Copyright . All rights reserved. / In this landmark work of history, the National Book Award—winning author of American Sphinx explores how a group of greatly gifted but deeply flawed individuals–Hamilton, Burr, Jefferson, Franklin, Washington, Adams, and Madison–confronted the overwhelming challenges before them to set the course for our nation.The United States was more a fragile hope than a reality in 1790. During the decade that followed, the Founding Fathers–re-examined here as Founding Brothers–combined the ideals of the Declaration of Independence with the content of the Constitution to create the practical workings of our government. Through an analysis of six fascinating episodes–Hamilton and Burr’s deadly duel, Washington’s precedent-setting Farewell Address, Adams’ administration and political partnership with hi Publisher Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Item Height 0.7in. Language English Author Joseph J. Ellis Item Weight 8.2 Oz Format Trade Paperback Item Width 5.2in. Topic United States / Revolutionary Period (1775-1800) Topic Presidents Heads of State Topic Political Topic United States / General Topic Historical Publication Year 2002 Item Length 8in. Book Title Founding Brothers : the Revolutionary Generation Number of Pages 304 Pages Genre Biography Autobiography Genre History Features Reprint