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A Necessary Evil: A History of American Distrust of Government
A Necessary Evil A History of American Distrust of Government
Author: Garry Wills
In A Necessary Evil, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Garry Wills shows that distrust of government is embedded deep in the American psyche. From the revolt of the colonies against king and parliament to present-day tax revolts, militia movements, and debates about term limits, Wills shows that American antigovernment sentiment is based on a...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780684870267
ISBN-10: 0684870266
Publication Date: 2/5/2002
Pages: 368
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Publisher: Simon Schuster
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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An alternative view of what the founding fathers had in mind while writing the constitution. Very interesting and well-written.
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great book! couldn't put it down!


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