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by Lynne Cheney (Author)
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  • Paperback: 576 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin Books; Reprint edition (May 5, 2015)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0143127039
  • ISBN-13: 978-0143127031
  • Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 1.2 x 8.4 inches
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  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (349 customer reviews)
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4.0 out of 5 starsThird Side of the Great Triumvirate Revealed!
By I.A. on May 18, 2014
Format: Hardcover
I am not an historian, so I will write as an avid pedestrian reader. I grew up in an age when the founding fathers were still on a pedestal and had not yet been deconstructed into mere mortals. But now comes the age of the great re-deification of the founding fathers, and I couldn't be happier. We have wonderful books galore about Washington ("The Secret Six" being one of my newer favorites), Jefferson (who survived the Sally Hemings drumming and has reclaimed his rightful position via "The Art of Power" and other tomes), and of course McCullough's "John Adams," all of which give wonderful depth and complexity to their subjects. Now we have Cheney's "James Madison" to round out this quartet. I'll admit it was a little difficult at first to take this book seriously--after all, how hard would it be for Mrs. Dick Cheney to get a book published? However, after skimming the first few pages I was hooked, and completely forgot about her famous husband. Although Cheney is not a faculty member at a prestigious college (the usual candidacy to author this type of tome), she has a sizzling intellect, a beautiful, engaging turn of phrase, elegant pacing, crystal clear organization, and just the right use of quotes to convey her arguments. I was amazed at how the book danced along, giving ample substance where needed, but never losing its momentum and readability. In this age where there are few real heroes (Bonhoeffer and Mandela come to mind), we would do well (especially as Americans, not ashamed to admit it) to clarify and and reinforce our understanding of these special men and how they came together to act as a force for great change.
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5.0 out of 5 starsNew, fascinating and well written biography all avid history buffs MUST READ
By T. Zeller on May 11, 2014
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I thought I read enough biographies on James Madison to know all there was regarding our forth president. I have been happily been proven wrong and am enthralled with Cheney's James Madison: A Life Reconsidered. It is aptly titled as I find myself reconsidering previous views and opinions of Madison and regard him in higher and higher esteem as I turn the page. If you thought Dolly was the interesting member of the family dive in and discover a man whose ability and understanding of the bureaucracy are still unmatched today!
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5.0 out of 5 starsA perfect book to reflect and remember our greatest leaders!
By N. Thomas on May 13, 2014
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His face isn't on Mount Rushmore, he didn't have a lot of flash and many folks couldn't tell you one thing about him except possibly his wife's name. Mrs. Cheney's new book finally gives America's premiere founder the attention and recognition he deserves. Mrs. Cheney fills each page with important historical detail but, it feels more like a marvelous adventure as you are on the sidelines as history unfolds. If you wish you knew more about our country and how the founding fathers developed our nation to be the arguable success it is today - this is a MUST READ!
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5.0 out of 5 starsDr. Lynn Cheney has produced a solid popular history of James Madison our fourth POLUS and Father of the Constitution
By C. M Mills on May 30, 2014
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James Madison was the shortest of our founding fathers but his intellectual brilliance puts him in the first rank of the men who made the United States. Madison (1751-1836) was born into great wealth at Montpelier his fabled home in the Piedmont region of the Old Dominion of Virginia. His closest friend throughout life was Thomas Jefferson our third president and the principle author of the Declaration of Independence.
Madison graduated from Princeton where he came under the Presbyterian and Scottish Enlightenment teaching of Dr. John Witherspoon Madison studied for the career of law quickly winning fame in the United States House of Representatives. He would later serve as President Washington closest advisor. Madison wrote Washington's first inaugural address. Madison served as Secretary of State in the Jefferson administration. Madison was one of the three authors of the Federalist Papers (along with Alexander Hamilton and John Jay) calling for approval of the US Constitution in 1789. John Quincy Adams called him "The Father of the Constitution."
Madison had a happy private life. Little Jemmy was married to Dolley Todd a fetching Quaker widow. The couple were childless but her son John Todd by her first husband was a wastrel. Madison was stiff and formal in public but could be warm with close friends. He was bookish loving chess and rural pleasures.
Madison served two full terms as POTUS from 1808-1816. Madison was our first wartime POTUS leading the nation through the dark days of the War of 1812 and the burning of the White House by the British.
Dr. Lynn Cheney, the wife of Dick Cheney former Vice-President , has produced a well researched and written biography which is especially strong on illuminating the Constitution convention and actions political and military during the War of 1812. I devoured this book in two days. It should be a candidate for the National Book Award for Biography. Excellent and highly recommended!
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5.0 out of 5 starsA Well-Written Book About an Important Founder
By History Buff on May 6, 2014
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I enjoy books about the Founding period, so when I saw the great New York Times review this book received I downloaded it as soon as it came out. So far it is everything the review promised. Thank you, Mrs. Cheney, for this comprehensive, well-written contribution to our understanding of such an interesting man and important Founding Father!
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3.0 out of 5 starsA very detailed biography of an important figure in American ...
By fred bowers on December 26, 2014
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A very detailed biography of an important figure in American history. It was clearly well researched and written to give us insight into James Madison. I found the book difficult to read because it seemed to drag the reader through more detail than necessary. I almost gave up on the book while wading through the section about his epilepsy.
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4.0 out of 5 starsFascinating presidential biography from a different perspective

I have read many presidential biographies and really enjoyed this one. Lynne Cheney does a great job of going behind the scenes of the public figure to explore his illness, his... Read more

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3.0 out of 5 starsA lot of information but not the most engrossing presentation ...

A lot of information but not the most engrossing presentation. Realy dragged in parts of the book. Well researched just a bit dry.

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Published 1 month ago by clifton smith
4.0 out of 5 starsSurprisingly Good--and I am Such an Anti-Republican

This was a surprisingly good book. Cheney wrote a page turner, as a matter of fact, that is, until the end. More about the end later. Read more

Published 1 month ago by History Buff
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Published 2 months ago by Mary A Hiskey
4.0 out of 5 starsFour Stars

They had many of the same problems we do. It is no conmsolation.

Published 2 months ago by Stanton C. Selbst
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Great book about james madison.

Published 2 months ago by Paul A Spradling
5.0 out of 5 starsGreat biography of a fascinating presidet

This was an excellent biography of James Madison. It gives a great amount of detail of his role in forming our Constitution. It's well written and A delight to read. Read more

Published 3 months ago by Idolater
5.0 out of 5 starsFine Work!

This is an excellent read. Cheney is an engaging and informative author. She brings one of the greatest and most exceptional men in history to life in this highly readable work of... Read more

Published 3 months ago by C Cannon
5.0 out of 5 starsGood Book not as I expected--too

Good Book not as I expected--too lengthy

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