The Federalist Papers

By: Alexander Hamilton

Published April 1st 2003 by Signet Classics (first published September 17th 1787)

Category: Arts

Pages: 688 pages

ISBN: 9780451528810

Description:
The Federalist Papers are a series of 85 articles encouraging the ratification of the United States Constitution. The Federalist Papers serve as a primary source for interpretation of the Constitution, as they outline the philosophy and motivation for the proposed system of government. Hamilton, Madison and Jay wanted to encourage the ratification and also set the standards for future interpretation of the Constitution. This book is essential for understanding the beginnings of the greatest democracy in the modern world.