**A DOCUMENT THAT SHAPED A NATION

An authoritative analysis of the Constitution of the United States and an enduring classic of political philosophy.**

Written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay, The Federalist Papers explain the complexities of a constitutional government—its political structure and principles based on the inherent rights of man. Scholars have long regarded this work as a milestone in political science and a classic of American political theory.

Based on the original McLean edition of 1788 and edited by noted historian Clinton Rossiter, this special edition includes:

● Textual notes and a select bibliography by Charles R. Kesler

● Table of contents with a brief précis of each essay

● Appendix with a copy of the Constitution cross-referenced to The Federalist Papers

● Index of Ideas that lists the major political concepts discussed

● Copies of The Declaration of Independence and Articles of Confederation