Lives of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence

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Summary: Wonderful
Review: I really enjoy reading books from this era (1848) for several reasons. First the style interests me. Second the positive and negative characteristics are sharply different. For example many of the signers are stated to have been good examples of piety. I am forced to wonder what a modern writer would have to say in such regard.

The topic of this work was also of great interest. One thing that struck me was the familiarity of the names. Counties streets, schools all sorts of things have very similar names. Also the amount that these men gave for all of us to enjoy what we do today is astounding. For anyone interested in the founding of the USA this is an excellent read. The book also contains chapters on the articles of confederation, stamp act and the constitution

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Summary: This book was great for a Civics project on the signers
Review: This book is educational and helpful to all Civics students that are working on this area. It gives an in depth view of the past, and educational look at the present and a great view of the Declaration of Independance that we so love in our country.