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Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Fifty-Five Fathers

Fifty-Five Fathers: The Story of the Constitutional Convention

Do you want to know the story behind the Constitutional Convention which created the U.S. Constitution, but don't have time to read James Madison's notes in full?  Then this is the book for you!

Fifty-Five Fathers by Selma R. Williams is a well-written, concise, and historically accurate account of the Constitutional Convention. 

Whether you're a 12-year-old just learning the history of our nation, a 92-year-old history buff, or anywhere in between, this book is sure to inspire!
 
It will take you through the story of the Constitutional Convention in easy to understand and digestible language. 

Not only will you learn great jewels of historical knowledge, but also be prepared to receive personal epiphanies on how to work with others and build relationships as you study the debates, compromises, and sacrifices these founding fathers made to create for us the nation we have today!

I, of course, do not proclaim this book as a replacement for reading James Madison's notes, the Federalist and Anti-Federalist papers, or any other more challenging primary source materials on the subject.  However, if you are just looking to get your "feet wet" in American history or are looking to re-kindle a flame for freedom  in yourself or your child, this would be a good place to start. 

Unfortunately, this book is currently out-of-print, but you can purchase it from used book sellers here:

http://shop.lemimentortraining.com/Fifty-Five-Fathers-107.htm

http://www.amazon.com/Fifty-Five-Fathers-Story-Constitutional-Convention/dp/0396090338

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fifty-five-fathers-selma-r-williams/1002272911?ean=9780396090373&itm=3&usri=fifty-five+fathers
Happy reading!