or
Sign in to turn on 1-Click ordering.
 
 
Express Checkout with PayPhrase
What's this? | Create PayPhrase
More Buying Choices
39 used & new from $8.17

Have one to sell? Sell yours here
 
   
The Federalist Papers: In Modern Language : Indexed for Today's Political Issues
 
See larger image
 
Tell the Publisher!
I’d like to read this book on Kindle

Don’t have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here.
 
  

The Federalist Papers: In Modern Language : Indexed for Today's Political Issues (Paperback)

~ Mary E. Webster (Editor)
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

List Price: $19.95
Price: $12.50 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details
You Save: $7.45 (37%)
o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o
In Stock.
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. Gift-wrap available.

20 new from $11.99 19 used from $8.17

Frequently Bought Together

The Federalist Papers: In Modern Language : Indexed for Today's Political Issues + The Federalist Papers (Signet Classics) + The Anti-Federalist Papers and the Constitutional Convention Debates (Signet Classics)
Price For All Three: $28.40

Show availability and shipping details

  • This item: The Federalist Papers: In Modern Language : Indexed for Today's Political Issues by Mary E. Webster

    In Stock.
    Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
    Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details

  • The Federalist Papers (Signet Classics) by James Madison

    In Stock.
    Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
    Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details

  • The Anti-Federalist Papers and the Constitutional Convention Debates (Signet Classics) by Ralph Louis Ketcham

    In Stock.
    Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
    Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details


Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought

The Anti-Federalist Papers and the Constitutional Convention Debates (Signet Classics)

The Anti-Federalist Papers and the Constitutional Convention Debates (Signet Classics)

by Ralph Louis Ketcham
4.3 out of 5 stars (21)  $7.95
The Federalist Papers

The Federalist Papers

by Alexander Hamilton
4.0 out of 5 stars (5)  $35.95
The Essential Federalist and Anti-Federalist Papers

The Essential Federalist and Anti-Federalist Papers

by David Wootton
4.3 out of 5 stars (3)  $8.95
Common Sense, The Rights of Man and Other Essential Writings of Thomas Paine (Signet Classics)

Common Sense, The Rights of Man and Other Essential Writings of Thomas Paine (Signet Classics)

by Jack Fruchtman
4.8 out of 5 stars (53)  $6.95
Foundations of Freedom: Common Sense, The Declaration of Independence, The Articles of Confederation, The Federalist Papers, The U.S. Constitution

Foundations of Freedom: Common Sense, The Declaration of Independence, The Articles of Confederation, The Federalist Papers, The U.S. Constitution

by Thomas Jefferson
5.0 out of 5 stars (2)  $17.99
Explore similar items

Editorial Reviews

Product Description

The Federalist Papers are among the most important Founding Documents in the birth of the United States of America. The whole original debate over the Constitution is laid out here in detail for all to see. But most Americans have never read them. Why? Because they were written in the florid and complex language of 18th century politics. Now the Federalist Papers have been translated into modern American English. If you can read a newspaper, you can now read the Federalist Papers. See how the Founding Fathers foresaw the problems of impeachment, of corruption in government, of representation and all the other headline-grabbing issues we read about today! This new edition is indexed for today's political issues, a feature found no where else! This title covers such topics as: the Clinton Impeachment; regulatory excess; bumbling bureaucracy; and, gun control. Just see the index and find out what the Federalist Papers say about it! This title is a publishing event of major importance.


From the Author

updated e-mail address (August, 2000)Mary@Webster.org

Product Details

  • Paperback: 408 pages
  • Publisher: Merril Press; 1 edition (May 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0936783214
  • ISBN-13: 978-0936783215
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6.3 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #214,534 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

What Do Customers Ultimately Buy After Viewing This Item?

The Federalist Papers: In Modern Language : Indexed for Today's Political Issues
77% buy the item featured on this page:
The Federalist Papers: In Modern Language : Indexed for Today's Political Issues 4.5 out of 5 stars (13)
$12.50
The Federalist Papers (Signet Classics)
11% buy
The Federalist Papers (Signet Classics) 4.6 out of 5 stars (54)
$7.95
The Federalist Papers: Modern English Edition Two
5% buy
The Federalist Papers: Modern English Edition Two 5.0 out of 5 stars (3)
$21.95
The Federalist Papers (Penguin Classics)
4% buy
The Federalist Papers (Penguin Classics) 4.5 out of 5 stars (58)
$10.20

Tags Customers Associate with This Product

 (What's this?)
Click on a tag to find related items, discussions, and people.
 

Your tags: Add your first tag
 

Sell a Digital Version of This Book in the Kindle Store

If you are a publisher or author and hold the digital rights to a book, you can sell a digital version of it in our Kindle Store. Learn more

 

Customer Reviews

13 Reviews
5 star:
 (10)
4 star:
 (1)
3 star:
 (1)
2 star:
 (1)
1 star:    (0)
 
 
 
 
 
Average Customer Review
4.5 out of 5 stars (13 customer reviews)
 
 
 
 
Share your thoughts with other customers:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews

 
121 of 123 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars "Must-have" reference, June 21, 1999
Mary Webster's new book "The Federalist Papers--In Modern Language Indexed for Today's Political Issues" is a "must-have" reference work. If you are a serious student, a teacher, a professional or just interested in Constitutional issues, Miss Webster's book should be there next to your dictionary. Any of us who have delved into the original Federalist Papers know what a confusing morass of run-on, page long sentences you sometimes find. Miss Webster's book can save you hours of trying to parse those difficult sentences written in antique English. But don't expect some of those troubling ambiguities--like, "What does this 'it' refer to?"--to be cleared up. Miss Webster's stated objective was to TRANSLATE rather than to interpret. However, the cleaned up text will make it easier for you to make your own interpretation. Near the front of the book you will find a complete copy of The US Constitution. That's very handy for those of us who go off looking for our lost copy whenever our ire is aroused by some questionable interpretation. Almost as handy is the "map" provided next to the Constitution showing which parts are associated with which paragraphs in the Federalist Papers. Worth the price alone is the extensive index associating political issues with the appropriate paragraphs in the Federalist Papers. You no longer have to be an "expert" who has memorized the "Papers" to quickly turn to the proper paragraphs. Miss Webster's book might not be something we'd sit down and read from cover to cover. How many of us do that with an encyclopedia or dictionary? But when the need arises, they are extremely handy to have on the bookshelf.
Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)



 
67 of 67 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Founding Fathers brought up to date, May 17, 1999
By A Customer
Mary Webster has performed a great service She has edited the Federalist into modern language and indexed it for present-day political issues. We hear a great deal today of what the Founding Fathers intended. But today for the most part our children are denied the privilige of reading the Federalist, Which tells us what the framers really thought. Reading these documents tells us that much of what our government does in the name of the constitution is the farthest thing from the mind of the Founders. How many people out there know what the Founders thought about impeachment, taxes, gun control. All you have to do to find out is read the Federalist papers. I am a teacher at one of the few schools that still require their students to read the Federalist. And I can tell you first hand that Mary Webster's book was a major asset to me in teaching this past year. Because of her book I was able to relate the Federalist to the great issues of our time and the students interest came alive. Wheather you are a teacher or not I highly reccomend this book.
Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)



 
33 of 35 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars What it Means to be American , November 17, 2006
By !Edwin C. Pauzer (New York City) - See all my reviews
(TOP 1000 REVIEWER)      
Although I thought I had a fairly good command of American history, the Federalist Papers reminds me of what it means to be American, and that I needed to learn a great deal more. It describes something lost. It reminds us that there was a time when everyone was involved in society and government, that people took pride in political discussion, and lacked the cynicism and neglect that Americans have today. It was political discussion that lacked name-calling, rabid conservatism or liberalism that so divides us deeply. And in the middle, are the people who just don't care. Being American is not just about waving the flag, it really is about earning a Ph.d in citizenship, and the Federalist Papers provides the opportunity for achieving it.

Many reviews describe books they think should be textbooks for school. These screeds are usually attempts at revisionism that should be anything but textbooks or required reading. The Federalist Papers should be both. They should be discussed daily and the earlier, the better. It should be the New Testament of America, and the Constitution should be the Old.

I was drawn toward this edition for two reasons: 1) it is modern language that made it a bit easier for me to comprehend. 2) After listening to arguments by Senator Byrd of West Virginia, and the misinterpretation of the Constitution by Sean Hannity, I felt it almost a civic duty to make the purchase. Much of it is now highlighted in yellow.

I hope you too will feel bound to purchase the Federalist Papers in any form. It's what it means to be American.

Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)


Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review
 
 
 
Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars The Federalist Papers
This book illustrates how far we have drifted into waters that our founding fathers had worried about.
Published 20 days ago by J. M. Johnson

5.0 out of 5 stars The Way it Needs To Be
This book is a easy read and we need this as a required class in all high schools and 1st and 2nd year college. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Orie Fossan

5.0 out of 5 stars Arm you children
The owners manual of the USA. This is all you should know. Most folks spend more time reading about everything except what it is that gives us the ability to read everything... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Gregory Volitich

4.0 out of 5 stars Federalist Papers made easy
While reading The Federalist in the original language of Madison, Hamilton and Jay is still my first choice, this modern language version is perfect for those students who... Read more
Published on June 10, 2007 by James Kee

5.0 out of 5 stars Manditory reading for anyone interested in Laws and Rights
This is nothing less than an exact translation of the Federalist papers for perople of our generations to read and understand. Read more
Published on October 7, 2005 by Robert S. Vannrox

5.0 out of 5 stars Great FP Primer
I think this book would make a great high school text for students in American Government classes. I'm sure at college levels the FPs aren't too hard to read in their old English,... Read more
Published on March 19, 2004 by L. Manzi

5.0 out of 5 stars An Aid To Understanding Our Political Heritage
Mary E. Webster has performed an invaluable public service with this book. The Federalist Papers are among the most significant documents of this nation's founding era, yet they... Read more
Published on January 4, 2004 by W. C HALL

3.0 out of 5 stars Yet Another Boring, But Important Historical Document
Even with the modern language update, which I entirely support, reading the Federalist Papers is pretty dull affair that you almost have to force yourself to do. Read more
Published on July 15, 2003 by southpaw68

2.0 out of 5 stars A shame that it's necessary
This book does it's "job" tolerably well. But many of the good things here noted by other reviewers (a 'map' of the Constitution, its text, etc) are in the classic... Read more
Published on April 16, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars dope
the book helped me with my federalist papers homework. translating them into plain english! add a scanner and you're set!
Published on August 23, 1999

Only search this product's reviews



Customer Discussions

This product's forum
Discussion Replies Latest Post
No discussions yet

Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 


Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
Search all Amazon discussions
   




Product Information from the Amapedia Community

Beta (What's this?)


Look for Similar Items by Category


Look for Similar Items by Subject

Ad
 

Feedback

If you need help or have a question for Customer Service, contact us.
 Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?
Is there any other feedback you would like to provide?

Your comments can help make our site better for everyone.


Your Recent History

 (What's this?)

After viewing product detail pages or search results, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in.