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The Federalist Papers Audiobook

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Read By: Michael Edwards Publisher: Blackstone Publishing Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 12.17 hours at 1.5x Speed 9.13 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: January 2011 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781483068640

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

85

Longest Chapter Length:

32:05 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

05:33 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

12:50 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

7

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Publisher Description

Approved by the Constitutional Convention on September 17, 1787, the US Constitution was to become law only if ratified by nine of the thirteen states then comprising the United States. The eighty-five letters in support of the Constitution collected here have become recognized as the most important political science work ever written in the United States. Written primarily by Hamilton, assisted by Madison and Jay, these essays are considered to be the foremost commentary on the US Constitution. Today lawyers, historians, and Supreme Court Judges, along with countless others, carefully comb these letters looking for key insights ranging from their analysis of the power of congress to their arguments on behalf of judicial review. From what we can determine, ours is the only unabridged recording to date.

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"I know that this isn't exactly beach reading, but they're so well written and provide such an amazing window on the development of the US political system. If you haven't read this since you were "forced" to in American Government class, pick them up sometime. You might just be surprised."

— Bonnie (4 out of 5 stars)

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  • “The Federalist Papers stand as key documents in the founding of the United States.”

    — Amazon.com editorial review
  • “In 1787 and 1788, these articles argued, with great clarity and prescience, for the ratification of the Constitution and for a strong federal government.”

    — Audiofile

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    " Really long, 85 letters to the editor of the New york paper. Very good discussion and good information about what the founders were thinking at the time when the constitution was being voted upon. They sure knew a lot of history and used so much in the arguments. Very persuasive. "

    — Seth, 1/25/2014
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    " If you ever wonder if our founding fathers knew what they were doing the book answers that question. Sheer brilliance. You will end up knowing far more about our constitution then they ever taught in school. "

    — Rob, 1/24/2014
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    " Essential documents in understanding America. If you're an American, read them. Heck, if you're not an American, read them, though you may lack context. "

    — Colin, 1/20/2014
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    " Tough read, have to look up a lot of words to understand. Very elegant writing. Didn't finish it. Will come back to it someday. "

    — Katie, 1/19/2014
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    " Essays of Hamilton, Madison, and Jay arguing for the ratification of the Constitution. Great insight into the logic our founders used in creating our government. "

    — Jason, 1/18/2014
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    " The perfect book to help you understand our foundational document. "

    — Andrew, 1/6/2014
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    " This is another book I keep in the open file. I read different segments at different time, depending on that subjects relating to America that I may be focusing on at the time. I consider it a reference book, just as any other reference book and refer to it often. "

    — Neal, 1/1/2014
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    " Should be a required read for everyone. Letters to the public about what the government should be. "

    — Troy, 12/10/2013
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    " Why this book isn't required reading in every American high school, I'll never know. "

    — Agnes, 11/24/2013
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    " Truly these essays are must-reads if we want to perpetuate the freedom that our Founding Fathers envisioned. "

    — Jenny, 11/15/2013

About the Authors

Alexander Hamilton (1757–1804) was a Founding Father, soldier, economist, political philosopher, one of America’s first constitutional lawyers, and the first United States Secretary of the Treasury. After serving in the Revolutionary War, he was elected to the Continental Congress, ultimately resigning to establish the Bank of New York. Hamilton was a main contributor to the influential Federalist Papers, a collection of essays written by himself, John Jay, and James Madison. He was mortally wounded in a famous duel with presidential candidate Aaron Burr.

John Jay (1745–1829) was a conservative lawyer who became a leading patriot. He served as minister to Spain, became the first chief justice of the United States Supreme Court, and negotiated the treaty of 1795 between the United States and Britain. His contributions to The Federalist Papers concern foreign affairs.

James Madison (1751–1836) was the fourth President of the United States and is known as the “father of the Constitution.” He was secretary of state under Jefferson; his main achievement in this role was the purchase of Louisiana from the French. He was elected president in 1809 and again in 1812. During his terms in office he worked to abolish slavery, to disestablish the Church, and to seek peace.

About Michael Edwards

Michael Edwards is a playwright and director from Baltimore.