Founding Fathers: Men Who Shaped Our Tradition (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258500719)

""Founding Fathers: Men Who Shaped Our Tradition"" by Kenneth Bernard Umbreit is a historical book that explores the lives and legacies of the men who played a pivotal role in the founding of the United States. The book covers the lives of the most prominent Founding Fathers, including George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams, as well as lesser-known figures such as James Madison and Alexander Hamilton. The book provides a detailed account of the political and social climate of the time, including the events leading up to the American Revolution, the drafting of the Declaration of Independence, and the creation of the US Constitution. It also examines the personal lives of the Founding Fathers, including their families, relationships, and personal beliefs. Throughout the book, Umbreit highlights the contributions of each Founding Father to the formation of the United States, including their ideas on democracy, freedom, and individual rights. He also discusses their flaws and controversies, such as their attitudes towards slavery and the treatment of Native Americans. Overall, ""Founding Fathers: Men Who Shaped Our Tradition"" is a comprehensive and engaging look at the lives of the men who helped shape the United States into the country it is today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history or the ideals upon which the country was founded.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.

Author: Kenneth Bernard Umbreit
ISBN-10: 125850071X
ISBN-13: 9781258500719
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/20/2012
Pages: 362
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.44lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d