The Pocket Federalist: A Selection of the Most Influential and Frequently Cited Federalist Papers

In one convenient, pocket-sized volume, the most influential and frequently cited essays from The Federalist Papers, containing the world-altering works of Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay. A monumental work that laid the foundation for the ratification of America’s Constitution — and continues to be influential in the interpretation and application of the United States Constitution even over two hundred years later — The Federalist Papers is essential reading for any student of America, its institutions, and constitutional rights. The Pocket Federalist attempts to make this weighty tome more accessible to the student or casual reader — not by changing the Founding Father’s words, but by focusing on just the 39 most influential and frequently cited essays, covering their most essential and enduringly influential contributions to political theory and American history. The Pocket Federalist is an essential reference for anyone wanting to understand the founding of the United States and the principles upon which the nation was built. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from the need for a strong central government to the importance of religious liberty and freedom of speech. The Pocket Federalist is an indispensable guide to the foundations of the United States and an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of the country. The Pocket Federalist is designed to be a readable and giftable edition. The size of a standard mass market paperback, it is small enough to fit in your pocket, purse, or briefcase, to always be at hand for every Constitution lover. Yet it features font large enough for easy reading in any light, margins wide enough for marking-up by engaged readers of all ages, and paper durable enough for repeat reading. The perfect gift for Constitution-lovers and fans of American history and the Founding Fathers.