James Madison: Creating a Nation (America's Founding Fathers)

Kent, Zachary

ISBN 10: 0766021807 ISBN 13: 9780766021808

Publisher: Enslow Pub Inc, 2004

Synopsis

Traces the life of the fourth president of the United States, whose contributions to the creation of the U.S. Constitution earned him title "Father of the Constitution."

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Gr. 5-8. This serviceable biography from the America's Founding Fathers series introduces James Madison. After a few pages on Madison's youth, Kent sets the scene by describing the political background of the colonies in the 1760s and 1770s. The main discussion provides some insight into Madison's private life, but focuses more on his roles in promoting the American Revolution, writing the Constitution, and serving his country as congressman, secretary of state, and president. Kent organizes the information well and presents it clearly. Illustrations include black-and-white reproductions of period portraits, other paintings, and prints. Chapter notes provide sources for the many quotes used throughout the book and sometimes featured in sidebars. The book concludes with a time line, a glossary, and lists of recommended books, places to visit, and Web sites. For volumes on John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Gouverneur Morris, check the Series Roundup in this issue. Carolyn Phelan
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Edition details

• Publisher: Enslow Pub Inc
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0766021807
• ISBN 13: 9780766021808
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 128