Traces the events of the Constitutional Convention of 1787 in a historical account that covers such topics as the fierce conflicts that influenced the writing of the Constitution, the issues that divided the states, and the contributions of key players.

Product Description: “The fullest recounting we have of the high politics of that immediate post-Civil War period…Stewart’s graceful style and storytelling ability make for a good read.” —Bruce Kuklick, The Washington Post “Likely to become the standard version of this historic clash between a president and Congress...read more