num_pages: 688
description: 
  Hailed by Thomas Jefferson as “the best commentary on the principles of government which was ever written", The Federalist Papers is a collection of eighty-five essays published by Founding Fathers Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay from 1787 to 1788, as a means to persuade the public to ratify the Constitution of the United States.
  
  With nearly two-thirds of the essays written by Hamilton, this enduring classic is perfect for modern audiences passionate about his work or seeking a deeper understanding of one of the most important documents in US history.

language: English
title: The Federalist Papers
titlecomplete: The Federalist Papers
genres: Classics, Law, History, Philosophy, American History, Reference, Essays, Nonfiction, Political Science, Politics
ratings_count: 39696
places: The United States of America
publisher: Signet Classics