Publisher's Synopsis
The Critical Period of American History 1783 to 1789 is a historical book written by John Fiske. The book focuses on the period of time after the American Revolutionary War, when the United States was struggling to establish itself as a new nation. The author describes this period as a critical one, as the young country faced many challenges and obstacles on its path towards independence and stability.Fiske explores the political, economic, and social issues of the time, and how they affected the development of the United States. He discusses the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, which governed the country at the time, and the debates and discussions that led to the creation of the United States Constitution. He also examines the role of key figures such as George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and James Madison in shaping the future of the country.The book provides a detailed analysis of the events and circumstances that led to the formation of the United States government and the establishment of the principles of democracy and freedom that still define the country today. It is a comprehensive and insightful look at a crucial period in American history, and an essential read for anyone interested in the origins of the United States as a nation.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.