The Federalist Papers

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The Federalist Papers

by Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, James Madison

EN·~20 hours·87 chapters

Chapters

87 total

The Federalist Papers - by Alexander Hamilton and John Jay and James Madison

7:56

THE FEDERALIST. No. I.

9:57

THE FEDERALIST. No. II.

10:35

THE FEDERALIST. No. III.

9:13

THE FEDERALIST. No. IV.

10:13

THE FEDERALIST. No. V.

8:43

THE FEDERALIST. No. VI.

14:12

THE FEDERALIST. No. VII.

14:46

THE FEDERALIST. No. VIII.

13:07

THE FEDERALIST. No. IX.

12:39

Description

In the midst of a fledgling nation’s debate over its future, a series of essays was published to persuade skeptical citizens of a new constitutional framework. Written by three of the era’s leading thinkers, each paper tackles a specific concern—foreign threats, inter‑state discord, fiscal stability, and the balance of power—while weaving a clear argument for a stronger, more unified government.

The collection reads like a masterclass in political reasoning, offering vivid analogies, historical examples, and practical solutions that still resonate today. Listeners will discover how the authors anticipate objections, explain the necessity of checks and balances, and outline the benefits of a mixed republic. Whether you’re a student of history or simply curious about the ideas that shaped modern American governance, this engaging exploration provides insight into the foundational debates that continue to influence contemporary discourse.

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en

Duration

~20 hours (1169K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

1991-08-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

Alexander Hamilton

Alexander Hamilton

1757–1804

Born in the Caribbean and rising through talent, drive, and ambition, this Founding Father helped shape the new United States in its earliest years. He is remembered above all as the first U.S. secretary of the treasury and a key architect of the nation’s financial system.

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John Jay

John Jay

1745–1829

A key architect of the early United States, he helped secure peace with Britain, shaped the new nation's diplomacy, and became the first chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. His career moved easily between law, politics, and public service at a moment when the country was still taking shape.

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James Madison

James Madison

1751–1836

Best known as the "Father of the Constitution," this small, sharp-minded Virginian helped shape the framework of the United States and later served as its fourth president. His career stretched from the Revolution to the early republic, with lasting influence on religious liberty, constitutional design, and the Bill of Rights.

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