Founding Brothers

Based on the Pulitzer Prize Winning Book

The "self evident" truths were intensely debated. In Americas first years, Washington, Franklin, Hamilton, Jefferson, Adams, Madison and Burr struggled to transform their disparate visions into an enduring government.

Based on Joseph Elliss Pulitzer Prize winning book, "Founding Brothers" examines six moments when the collisions and collusions of these towering figures left an indelible imprint on the nation: the secret dinner that determined the site of the capital and Americas financial future; Benjamin Franklins call for an end to slavery; George Washingtons farewell address to the nation; John Adamss term as president; Hamilton and Burrs famous and fatal duel, and the final reconciliation between Adams and Jefferson.

Drawing on the words of the founders and incisive commentary from leading scholars, Founding Brothers is an elegant and engaging portrait of Americas origins in personal conflict and compromise.

Upplagd i sortimentet: 1 Oktober, 2009