New History/American Politics Book for Review: The Federalist Papers by Kyle Scott

The-Federalist-Papers Kyle Scott, PhD will be touring December 3rd through March 15th, 2013  with his History/American Politics Book, The Federalist Papers: A Reader’s Guide.

The Federalist Papers constitute a key document in the understanding of the American government. Written by John Jay, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton, these 85 texts were published between 1787 and 1788 to convince the state of New York to ratify the Constitution.

Today, the Papers are studied in courses on American government, American political thought, and constitutional law. However, the size and organization of the full text, notwithstanding its complex political concepts and context, make it difficult for students to apprehend. The Reader’s Guide will be a key tool to help them understand the issues at hand and the significance of the Papers then and now. Organized around key issues, such as the branches of the government, the utility of the Union, or skepticism of a national regime, the work will walk the reader through the 85 Papers, providing them with the needed intellectual and historical contexts.

Designed to supplement the reading of The Federalist Papers, the guide will help elucidate not only their contents, but also their importance and contemporary relevance.

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If you would like to review The Federalist Papers please email Tracee Gleichner at tgleichner(at)gmail.com. Please mention which date would work for you. Kyle is also available for interviews and guest posts.

Thank you!


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