1751-1836

An introduction to the life of founding father, James Madison, in a series of interesting, amazing, and sometimes amusing facts about the fourth president, including information about his childhood, roll as Father of the Constitution, president, and who his friends were.

Contains key facts about the life of James Madison from his childhood to his death, focusing on his political career and his term as the fourth president of the United States. Includes a timeline, information on the office of the president, and resources for further study.

A biography of the 4th president surveying his achievements in relation to the history of the United States.

Many people know the story of Dolley Madison, one of the first First Ladies to live in the White House, and how she saved the famous painting of George Washington as the British attacked and burned Washington, D. C. But few know what happened next. With the U.S. soldiers in retreat and Dolley fleeing, what drove the British soldiers out of the city they were intent on destroying? Was it really a tornado? Or was it something else?.

Chronicles the life and career of former US president James Madison, discussing his early life, challenges, and major accomplishments.

Examines how the educations of America's first four presidents, and in particular their scholarly devotion to ancient Greek and Roman classics, informed the beliefs and ideals that shaped the nation's constitution and government.

"It's unimaginable today, even for a generation that saw the Twin Towers fall and the Pentagon attacked. It's unimaginable because in 1814 enemies didn't fly overhead, they marched through the streets; and for 26 hours in August, the British enemy marched through Washington, D.C. and set fire to government buildings, including the U.S. Capitol and the White House. Relying on first-hand accounts, historian Jane Hampton Cook weaves together several different narratives to create a...multidimensional account of the burning of Washington"--OCLC.

Examines the Supreme Court case of 1803 that marked the first time that a law passed by Congress was found to be illegal according to the Constitution.

Discusses the life of James Madison, one of our Founding Fathers.

Briefly presents, in graphic novel format, the life and career of James Madison, the fourth President of the United States.