The Principles of the Founders (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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This work presents the founders as champions of peace, justice, and public morality. It examines how early leaders and their allies argued for restraint in war, the rule of law, and international justice, shaping a vision for a peaceful republic. The narrative centers on Boston’s pivotal role and ties the national story to enduring questions about liberty, civic duty, and ethical leadership.

Readers will encounter a portrait of the early republic that emphasizes restraint, humane ideals, and the belief that political power should serve peace and human dignity. Through reflections on figures like Washington, Franklin, Jefferson, and Channing, the text links historical events to a broader program of justice and governance.

• Explore how leaders warned against unnecessary wars and pursued international justice.


• See how Boston and Massachusetts helped advance a peaceful, principled public culture.


• Learn how public morality, freedom, and goodwill among men frame political action.


• Discover connections between founding ideals and modern debates about war, peace, and democracy.

Ideal for readers of history and political philosophy who want a clear view of how the founders imagined a world shaped by reason, justice, and peace.

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