The Bill of Rights With Writings That Formed Its Foundation

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ISBN 10: 155709151X / ISBN 13: 9781557091512

Published by Bedford, MA: Applewood Books, 1791

About this Item

Originally published 1791. Circa 2008. Small dark green hardcover with gilt stamping. Matching endpapers. 48pp. (under B). NEW.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Bill of Rights With Writings That Formed Its Foundation
• Publisher: Bedford, MA: Applewood Books
• Publication Date: 1791
• ISBN 10: 155709151X
• ISBN 13: 9781557091512
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: NEW
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Synopsis

Preserve the rights of all Americans with this elegant hardback gift edition of the Bill of Rights, proudly made in the USA.

Collectively known as the United States Bill of Rights, these first ten amendments to the United States Constitution limit the powers of the federal government and protect the rights of all citizens, residents and visitors on United States territory. Introduced in 1789 in the First United States Congress by James Madison, these amendments came into effect on December 15, 1791, when ratified by three-fourths of the states. This document plays a central role in American law and remains to this day a symbol of the freedoms and culture of the nation. In this beautiful gift edition, the text of the Bill of Rights is presented alongside a history of the amendments. 

About the Author

James Madison was a Delegate and Representative from Virginia and the 4th President of the United States. He was born in Port Conway, VA, March 16, 1751. He died at his historic home, Montpelier, on June 28, 1836.