"The Federalist Papers" by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay

Understand the Constitution—this compilation of eighty-five articles explains and defends the ideals behind the highest form of law in the United States of America. An excellent reference book for students, lawyers, politicians, and those with an interest in the foundation of U.S. government and law.The Federalist Papers were composed of essays written by three of the Constitution's framers and ratifiers: Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury; John Jay, the first Chief Justice of the United States; and James Madison, father of the Constitution, author of the Bill of Rights, and fourth President of the United States. The series was published anonymously under the pen name "Publius," in New York newspapers during the years 1787 and 1788 to persuade undecided New York state voters to ratify the new Constitution of the United States.Considered a keystone of American democracy, some of the more famous articles dealt with: Dangers from foreign arms and influence; dangers f