Plain, Honest Men: The Making of the American Constitution (2009) by historian Richard Beeman explores the 1787 Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, where 55 delegates struggled to unify a fractured post-Revolutionary America. Beeman delves into the political compromises, ideological conflicts, and behind-the-scenes negotiations that shaped the U.S. Constitution. He highlights the moral dilemma of slavery, the challenges of forming a centralized government, and the tension between republican ideals and practical governance. Emphasizing the Constitution as a living, imperfect document, Beeman underscores its enduring role in promoting unity and democratic principles.
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