This inspiring and instructive collection of writings by the nation's founders, compiled by the author of "The Book of Virtues" and "The Moral Compass", celebrates our country's most cherished public and private virtues. Illustrations.
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In this compilation of early-American documents, formerly published as Our Sacred Honor, the most widely known touter of "virtues" in the United States enlists Washington, Jefferson, Madison, Franklin, and other "founding fathers" (along with Abigail Adams) to celebrate principles such as piety, justice, and patriotism. Bennett's editorializing is kept to a minimum, however, and does not overly impede this rich stream of primary documents from the Revolutionary War and the formation of the American government.
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The founders, in their own words,
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Bennett has combed the letters, papers, speeches, etc. of America's founders and collected them in a manageable form. This collection provides considerable insight into the founders' thought process.Washington, Jefferson, Adams, Rush, Franklin, Hamilton: they're all here and more. Learn what they thought about one another. Find out how they really felt about freedom of religion, the right to bear arms, free speech, slavery, and political institutions. Gain respect and appreciation for the original values on which America was founded. Bennett often interjects his editorial among the original documents. Sometimes this is helpful, sometimes not. You should know this book has a conservative tone. It is for historians to decide whether this tone is Bennett's bias or the founders' attitudes. If you want to understand for yourself why America was framed as it was, get it from the horses' mouths.
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Have not read this clear through. When I am sick to death with the machinations of our current "professional" politicians I just pick it up and renew my faith in what our founding fathers created. This country was blessed with men of real character and courage. The wrtings of Washington, Jefferson, Adams, Franklin, et al shine like a lantern in the dark. Bennett has done a remarkable job of compiling & editing.
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God Blessed the founding fathers,
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With so many books, for people to read. This book is a must for every american that wants to know the truth about our beloved country. If you want the facts and nothing but the facts, purchase this book it will reopen your eyes to the colorful history of the founding fathers and believe it or not the founding fathers were christians see just how much God was in their every day lives. Enjoy!
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As every American knows, the first part of the Declaration of Independence establishes the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, Abigail Adams, Benjamin Franklin, United States, James Madison, Benjamin Rush, Poor Richard, Continental Congress, New York, Alexander Hamilton, Samuel Adams, Constitutional Convention, Gouverneur Morris, Great Britain, John Quincy Adams, Valley Forge, American Revolution, House of Representatives, John Jay, Mount Vernon, Noah Webster, University of Virginia, Betty Zane New!
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As every American knows, the first part of the Declaration of Independence establishes the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, Abigail Adams, Benjamin Franklin, United States, James Madison, Benjamin Rush, Poor Richard, Continental Congress, New York, Alexander Hamilton, Samuel Adams, Constitutional Convention, Gouverneur Morris, Great Britain, John Quincy Adams, Valley Forge, American Revolution, House of Representatives, John Jay, Mount Vernon, Noah Webster, University of Virginia, Betty Zane New!
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- Records of the Federal Convention of 1787: v. 4 by Max Farrand on 6 pages
- George Washington (First Biographies (Capstone Paperback)) by Barbara Knox in Front Matter, page 49, and Back Matter
- The Life of Washington (Belknap Press) by Mason L. Weems on page 373, and page 390
- Notes on the State of Virginia (Penguin Classics) by Thomas Jefferson on page 352, and page 367
- Abigail Adams (Heroes of the Revolution) by Susan Lee on page 63, and page 136
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- Standing for Something: 10 Neglected Virtues That Will Heal Our Hearts and Homes by Gordon B. Hinckley in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- I Came From Joy Spiritual Affirmations and Activities for Children by Lorna Ann Knox in Back Matter
- George Washington's Leadership Lessons: What the Father of Our Country Can Teach Us About Effective Leadership and Character by James Rees in Back Matter
- Homeland Harvest by Arthur H. Limouze in Back Matter
- American Heritage, American Voices: Colonies and Revolution by David C. King in Back Matter
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