The Founding Fathers in 1789: Civics for Americans

By Werner Neff

What If America's Founding Fathers Could See Us Today?

Would George Washington, James Madison, Benjamin Franklin, and Alexander Hamilton recognize the Republic they helped create? Or would they warn us that the principles sustaining American democracy are being tested as never before?

The United States was conceived as a bold experiment in self-government. Drawing on the lessons of history and political philosophy, the Founders crafted a Constitution designed to safeguard liberty, limit power, and ensure government remained accountable to the people. Through checks and balances, the rule of law, and the peaceful transfer of power, they sought to build a Republic capable of enduring for generations.

Yet every generation faces its own challenges.

Part history, part civic dialogue, and part vision for the future, The Founding Fathers in 1789 challenges readers to think beyond party politics and consider what it truly means to be a citizen of a constitutional republic.

The future of American democracy will not be determined by politicians alone. It will be shaped by citizens who understand their rights, embrace their responsibilities, and remain committed to the principles of liberty, justice, and self-government.

The conversation began in 1789. It continues today.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H2CXBJS4
• ISBN13: 9798295898471
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Werner Neff
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"