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American Creation: Triumphs and Tragedies at the Founding of the Republic
American Creation Triumphs and Tragedies at the Founding of the Republic
Author: Joseph J. Ellis
From the prizewinning author of the bestselling "Founding Brothers" and "American Sphinx" comes this masterly and highly ironic examination of the founding years of our country. — This subtle, brilliant examination of the period between the War of Independence and the Louisiana Purchase puts Pulitzer-winner Ellis (Founding Brothers) among the fin...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780307263698
ISBN-10: 030726369X
Publication Date: 10/30/2007
Pages: 304
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3.9 stars, based on 14 ratings
Publisher: Knopf
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback, Audio CD
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It's an election year so some historical references to the birth of our nation are in order. WOW! I love this selection, it concisely focuses on the growing pains of the new nation by focusing on 6 discrete events during that politically creative period that lead to our nation with all its grandeur and its flaws. Let the arguments begin, but after reading this title you'll understand that that is the point and since all of the questions haven't been answered we'll have a long time to continue the dialogue!


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