Summary of Woody Holton's Unruly Americans and the Origins of the Constitution

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 The American Revolution was supported by many private creditors, who were among the Constitution’s most ardent supporters. However, Beard’s interpretation does not explain the enthusiasm that the proposed national government inspired in men such as Madison and Alexander Hamilton. #2 The American economy was in dire need of capital in 1787, and the framers believed that a national government was the only way to