The Charters of Freedom: The Foundational Texts of American Democracy - Hardcover

by Various Authors (Author)

A collector's edition of the key founding documents of the United States, distinctively packaged as a deluxe hardcover edition.

Includes specially curated inserts throughout.

This exquisitely designed volume collects the U.S. Constitution and other selected foundational American documents instrumental to the creation and defining philosophy of the United States, including the Bill of Rights, The Federalist Papers, and Thomas Paine's fiery call to action, Common Sense. Together, these texts trace the progress of American democracy, from a hard-won independence from Britain to the establishment of the supreme law of the land.

This edition includes 10 4-color paper replica of important letters, documents, and other artifacts of American history, tucked in parchment paper envelopes throughout the book, including:

1. The Constitution of the United States
2. The Declaration of Independence
3. The Bill of Rights
4. The Treaty of Paris
5. The Gettysburg Address
6."The Star-Spangled Banner" sheet music

And more!