1783-1809

Tells the life story of founding father Benjamin Franklin, describing the many hats he wore, from inventor to businessman to statesman; the persona he created--and that still lives on; and his relationships with his wife, his illegitimate son, and his illegitimate grandson.

Considers the fourth presidential election ever held in the United States, when the House of Representatives had to break a tie between Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr, as well as the impact of Jefferson's win.

Text and illustrations present the life of John Jay, who fought for the U.S. as a diplomat and became the country's first Supreme Court chief justice; also includes a chronology, a Revolutionary War time line, a glossary, and a further reading list.

An objective, in-depth study of Alexander Hamilton reassesses the life and meteoric career of this outstanding political figure, offering an account of his public achievements and personal misfortunes.

Describes George Washington's life and presidency and presents nearly sixty primary documents, including letters, speeches, treaties, newspaper articles, and acts of Congress.

Examines the life of the fourth president of the United States, who was known as the Father of the Constitution.

Describes how Clinton, the leading Anti-Federalist in the country, allowed the New York State Convention to ratify the Constitution in pursuit of his ambition to become Washington's first vice-president.

Examines the life of Alexander Hamilton, the first U.S. secretary of the treasury, appointed by George Washington, discussing his early life in the Caribbean, his education, military service, marriage, and role in the new government, and telling of the duel in which he died.

A biography of John Jay, the first Supreme Court Chief Justice of the United States examining his life and political influence in the foundation of the new nation.