Starfire @ 2006-12-02
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$11.95 |
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James Madison was an unlikely hero during the constitional convention but his battles to add the Bill Of Rights to it are even more compelling. This book does an excellent job of recounting the maneuverings and compromises as Madison tries to satisfy both Federalists and his own party's doubts; even his best friend Thomas Jefferson is dubious about the Constitution without a Bill Of Rights. This course of action brings Madison in conflict with some of his fellow Virginians, most notably, a vengeful Patrick Henry, who wanted little or no central government anyway. He sets off on a no holds barred campaign to not only block the Constitution but also make sure Madison never serves in government again. It would seem to be Goliath versus David, given Henry's passionate oratory, but Madison triumphs in dogged, if not reluctant, determination.