Beacon Lights of History, Vol 11 of 15: American Founders

by John Lord

First published posthumously in 1902, this collection of the lectures of American historian JOHN LORD (1810-1894) is a charming rummage through 6,000 years of European and American history, exploring the past from "the old pagan civilizations" to modern leaders and cultures on both sides of the Atlantic.

This replica edition features all the original illustrations, hard to come by in other recent versions. It will delight both readers of history and lovers of beautiful, classic books.

Volume "American Founders"

• the American idea
• Benjamin Franklin and diplomacy
• George Washington and the American revolution
• Alexander Hamilton and the American Constitution
• John constructive statesmanship
• Thomas popular sovereignty
• and more

396 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2004

About the author

John Lord was an American historian and lecturer. He graduated from Dartmouth and the Andover Theological Seminary.

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Reviews

[Kyth Palma · Rating 5 out of 5]

A brief biography of the Founding Fathers highlighting the beginning and important events of their lives. A great companion for learners of American History.