A brilliant solution : inventing the American Constitution / Carol Berkin.

Author: Berkin, Carol.

Edition Statement:1st ed.

Imprint:New York : Harcourt, c2002.

Description310 p. ; 22 cm.

Note:Includes index.

Note:Our present federal government is a name, a shadow : the call for a convention -- Making Mr. Madison wait -- A gathering of demi-gods -- How far do you intend to go? : the perils of power -- I do not trust you, gentlemen : schisms, threats, and compromises -- Like "a trial of colours to a blind man" : debating the presidency once again -- I consent, sir, to this constitution because I expect no better : the convention ends -- The constitution is now before the judgment seat : the battle for ratification -- This great and good man : the inauguration of President George Washington.

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