Read and proudly display the map of American democracy with this stunning, rare edition featuring gilded edges and a faux-leather cover with gold details. Written by Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison between October 1787 and May 1788, and anonymously published in May 1788, The Federalist Papers include a series of 85 essays supporting the ratification of the proposed United States Constitution. As Madison and Hamilton were members of the Constitutional Convention, this collection of essays is used today to shed light on the intentions of the Constitution as it was designed. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including foreign affairs, inter-state relations, the preservation of the union, commercial interests and the economy, and much more. This collectible edition features:

• An elegant faux-leather cover with gold details
• Beautifully gilded edges for a unified design on the front, edges, and back
• An introduction by American historian and author Andrew S. Trei
• Unabridged text
• A historical timeline on the back

Ideal for lovers of American history and bibliophiles, The Federalist Papers are a must-have addition to any home library. Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature enthusiast, Chartwell's Deluxe Editions offer beautifully presented works by some of the most influential authors in literary history. Other classic editions from Chartwell include "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," "Anne of Green Gables," "The Complete Stories and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe," "The Iliad," "German Folklore and Fairy Tales," "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," "Little Women," "Meditation," and "The Republic." Pages: 500, Year of Publication: 1113, Dimensions: 14.6x14.6cm