The Writings of James Monroe, Vol. 6: Including a Collection of His Public and Private Papers and Correspondence Now for the First Time Printed; 1817-1823 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Monroe

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331582813 ISBN 13: 9780331582819

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Examining a pivotal period in American policy and constitutional interpretation

This volume collects James Monroe’s public and private papers and correspondence from 1817–1823, offering fresh insight into how he shaped early U.S. policy. It weaves together his discussions on the post office system, internal improvements, and the powers of Congress, with reflections on war powers and foreign affairs.

In these pages, Monroe argues about the proper scope of federal power, the role of roads and post‑routes in national growth, and the limits of Congress in pursuing internal improvements. The material illuminates how he balanced practical governance with constitutional safeguards, while also addressing tensions with Spain, South American revolutions, and the broader political landscape of the era.
What you will encounter:

• Monroe’s reasoning on the post‑office and its connection to national roads and commerce
• Debates over whether Congress can fund internal improvements as part of national strategy
• Considerations of war powers, military needs, and the limits of federal authority
• Foreign policy notes, including relations with Spain and the guidance on South American affairs

Ideal for readers of American constitutional history, presidential papers, and the evolution of early U.S. policy.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331582813
• ISBN 13: 9780331582819
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 468