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History of the Origin, Formation, and Adoption of the Constitution of the United States, Vol. 1 / With Notices of Its Principle Framers

By George Ticknor Curtis
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A detailed political history that follows the transition from the Confederation to a stronger federal system, analyzing the practical failures—financial strain, weak enforcement, and interstate disputes—that prompted calls for change. It narrates congressional debates, contested territorial and representation claims, and the proposals and refusals that shaped constitutional design, then traces the convention proceedings and ratification process. Short biographical notices sketch the principal framers and their influence on the resulting structure of national government.

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George Ticknor Curtis

George Ticknor Curtis was an American author and historian known for his detailed examinations of constitutional history and political biography. His notable works include "History of the Origin, Formation, and Adoption of the Constitution of the United States," which provides an in-depth analysis of the foundational document of American governance, and "Life of James Buchanan," a two-volume biography of the fifteenth President of the United States. Curtis's writings reflect his commitment to understanding the complexities of American political development and the philosophical debates surrounding evolution and creationism, as seen in his work "Creation or Evolution? A Philosophical Inquiry." His contributions have enriched the discourse on American history and constitutional law.

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