The Political Philosophy of James Madison

by Garrett Ward Sheldon

Book Overview

Among the founders, James Madison wielded the greatest influence in drafting the Constitution of 1789. In this book, Garrett Ward Sheldon offers a concise synthesis of Madison's political philosophy in the context of the social and political history of his day.

Tracing the history of Madison's thought to his early education in Protestant theology, Sheldon argues that it was a fear of the potential tyranny of the majority over individual rights,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0801871069
• ISBN13: 9780801871061
• Release Date: February 2003
• Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.7" x 8.4"