Publisher's Synopsis
James Madison's Notes of Debates in the Federal Convention of 1787 and Their Relation to a More Perfect Society of Nations is a book written by James Brown Scott and published in 1918. The book is a detailed account of the debates that took place during the Federal Convention of 1787, which was responsible for drafting the United States Constitution. The book contains the notes taken by James Madison during the debates, which provide a fascinating insight into the thought processes of the founding fathers of the United States.In addition to the notes themselves, James Brown Scott provides extensive commentary on the debates and their significance for the development of the United States and the wider world. He argues that the debates were not just about creating a new system of government for the United States, but also about creating a model for a more perfect society of nations. He examines the various proposals put forward during the debates, including the Virginia Plan, the New Jersey Plan, and the Connecticut Compromise, and discusses their implications for the future of the United States and the world.Overall, James Madison's Notes of Debates in the Federal Convention of 1787 and Their Relation to a More Perfect Society of Nations is a fascinating and insightful book that sheds light on one of the most important events in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the founding of the United States and the development of modern democracy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
