Commager, Henry Steele

Quoting numerous contemporary sources, this description of the Constitution tells of the work and ideals of George Washington, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and the others who were a part of its creation. It describes the many difficulties of preparing a document that would provide a better government than the Articles of Confederation had, and indicates the attitudes of the states toward the new Constitution.

Quoting numerous contemporary sources, this description of the Constitution tells of the work and ideals of George Washington, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and the others who were a part of its creation. It describes the many difficulties of preparing a document that would provide a better government than the Articles of Confederation had, and indicates the attitudes of the states toward the new Constitution.

Includes a hundred page section entitled "The struggle for Racial Equality", from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Act of 1964. For other editions, see Author Catalog.

Stories of men and women from many countries and ages who have fought for liberty. Grades 6-8.