statesmen

Biography of American patriot Paul Revere, describing how the colonial silversmith helped to further the cause of independence.

"The America that Alexander Hamilton knew was largely agricultural and built on slave labor. He envisioned something else: a multi-racial, urbanized, capitalistic America with a strong central government. He believed that such an America would be a land of opportunity for the poor and the newcomers. But Hamilton's vision put him at odds with his archrivals who envisioned a pastoral America of small towns, where governments were local, states would control their own destiny, and the federal government would remain small and weak. The disputes that arose during America's first decades continued through American history to our present day. Over time, because of the systems Hamilton set up and the ideas he left, his vision won out. Here is the story that epitomizes the American dream--a poor immigrant who made good in America. In the end, Hamilton rose from poverty through his intelligence and ability, and did more to shape our country than any of his contemporaries. Related subjects and concepts discussed in the book include: Law and Legal Concepts Due process Bill of Rights Freedom of Speech and the Press Originalism / nonoriginalism (theories of Constitutional interpretation) Government Checks and Balances Democracy Electoral College Republic Financial Concepts Capitalism Credit Inflation Interest Mercantilism Securities: Stocks and Bonds Tariffs Taxes Miscellaneous Demagogues Dueling Pastoralism"--.

A biography of sixteenth-century statesman and martyr Thomas More, discussing how he used his intellect and connections to rise to power, and providing insight into everyday life in late medieval Catholic England.

Presents American statesman, inventor, and philosopher Benjamin Franklin's autobiography as well as its draft scheme and Franklin's Dogood Papers and "Journal of a Voyage." Also includes an introduction by Stacy Schiff.

Chronicles the years Benjamin Franklin spent in London, first as a young man and later as a representative for the American colonies during the Seven Year's war.

Presents Benjamin Franklin's autobiography, which includes the founding father's views on such topics as religion, war, education, and women; and provides a scholarly introduction, biographical notes, a chronology, and a selected bibliography.

An anthology of writings by Benjamin Franklin, including his autobiography, "Poor Richard's Almanac", the Silence Dogood letters, personal letters, speeches, and more.

Presents a profile of the leader of Lincoln's "team of rivals," examining the many political roles he had in his lifetime, including governor of New York, Secretary of State, and Lincoln's closest advisor during the Civil War.

Explores Mahatma Gandhi and his nonviolent protests in India.

Mahatma Gandhi's grandson tells the story of how his grandfather taught him the damages of being wasteful.