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Edmund wanted to send the constitution to the states so they could have their own council and basically repeat the same process. Constitutional convention 1787, united states, usa. The book was recommended to me by someone from the colonial williamsburg foundation which is not only a living history museum but is also heavily invested in historical education. Carol berkin we know and love the story of the american revolution, from the declaration of independence to cornwalliss defeat. A rich narrative portrait of postrevolutionary america and the men who shaped its political future. Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. Harvest books, 320 pgs there are countless history textbooks that tell of the constitutional convention. Berkin transports the listener into the hearts and minds of the founders, exposing their fears and their limited. A brilliant solution audiobook carol berkin audible. Carol berkin discussed her book a brilliant solution.

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