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Jefferson and Hamilton : $b The struggle for democracy in America

By Claude G. (Claude Gernade) Bowers

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"Jefferson and Hamilton: The Struggle for Democracy in America" by Claude G. Bowers is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The boo...

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"Jefferson and Hamilton: The Struggle for Democracy in America" by Claude G. Bowers is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the ideological and political rivalry between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton, two pivotal figures in early American history whose conflicting visions shaped the future of the nation. Through their tumultuous interactions, the author explores themes of democracy, governance, and the role of social dynamics in the political landscape of the time. The opening of the book sets the stage for this dramatic political saga, portraying the initial atmosphere of Congress as disorganized and skeptical, with representatives struggling to establish a functioning government after the American Revolution. It highlights the contrasting personalities and approaches of influential leaders, such as Fisher Ames and James Madison, and foreshadows the significant conflicts between Jefferson and Hamilton regarding the direction of the new nation. Through vivid descriptions of the social, political, and personal tensions of the period, Bowers begins to unravel the complexities of the early Republic's struggle for identity and governance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

About the Author

Claude Gernade Bowers was a newspaper columnist and editor, author of best-selling books on American history, Democratic Party politician, and President Franklin D. Roosevelt's ambassador to Spain (1933–1939) and Chile (1939–1953). His histories of the Democratic Party in its formative years from the 1790s to the 1830s helped shape the party's self-image as a powerful force against monopoly and privilege. Bowers was a sharp critic of Republicans and their Reconstruction policies for African American voting rights and civil rights.

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