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"In the American tradition of historical narratives, this book traces the lives of Franklin, Jefferson, and Madison with empasis on their religious views and personal expressions of faith. They held strong religious beliefs as evidenced by the their personal papers.These documents show, according to teh author, that the three early American founders were united on six major points:
1. Freedom of Religion is a fundamental right.
2. No one, especially goverment officials, should interfere with the free exercise of religion.
3. There should be no one official religion of the United States.
4. Federal tax dollars should not be allocated to favored churches or religious groups.
5. Different religions from around the world should be respected.
6. The separation of Church and State should be maintained.
The unique contribution of this book offers a fresh look at ideas that set precedence for interpreting the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights. "
Angie Yan, Resident Scholar
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Ratings are on a 1-10 scale (Low to High)
Kind Of History
Time of history:
- 18th century
History of a people?
Yes
History of religion?
Yes
Nationality?
- American--General
Religion?
- Many different religions
Largely political history?
Yes
Kind of political history
- democracy
Subjects of this Historical Account
Is the portrayal sympathetic?
- Neutral
From a certain profession/group?
- politicians
Intelligence of subject of
history:
- Smart
Main Adversary
From a certain profession/group?
- diplomats
How much of work is main antagonist actually present in:
- a moderate amount
Religion? (if plays a major part)
- Protestants!
Nationality?
- American
Is the portrayal sympathetic?
- Neutral
Setting
United States
Yes
Style
How much gore?
- 1 ()
How fast-paced is the book?
- 5 ()
Accounts of torture and death?
- no torture/death
Book makes you feel...
- challenged
How much focus on stories of individuals?
- Focuses mostly on history of key players
How much romance?
- 3 ()
Historical short story collection?
Yes
Minor characters feature lots of:
- politicians
Is this a kid's book?
- Ages 16-Adult
Pictures/Illustrations?
- A handful
Length of book
- 201-250 pages
How much emphasis on small details?
- 4 ()
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