This edition from a noted historian “is the first definitive, variorum edition of the text of this much reprinted classic” (The William and Mary Quarterly).
The definitive edition of the historic essays by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay, fully annotated and reproduced from the original text. Also included are a new introduction by historian Jacob C. Cooke, along with notes, a glossary, as well as the complete Articles of Confederation, Declaration of Independence, and U.S. constitution.
“A high-quality, scholarly edition.” –Library Journal
“Everyone who is interested in either the principles or the practice of government―in the age of the Fathers or in our own era of perplexity―should read it.” ―Dumas Malone, History Book Club Review
