REVIEWS – A STUDY OF THE UNITED STATES
CONSTITUTION AND THE FEDERALIST PAPERS
By: James B. Plair, Sr., Lt. Col. USA Retired
“Americans need to read this book. Plair provides a thorough
study of the Constitution and Federalist Papers in an easy to read
and understand delivery. Instead of a political treatise, this book
carefully details historical fact and content to educate the reader.
The book serves as a important guide to better understand one of
the most important documents in history.”
(Superintendent Jeff McDaris, Transylvania County school
system.)
“A timely and very readable examination of the Constitution
and the papers that provided its rationale. This book is a
wonderful resource for both ordinary citizens interested in better
understanding their government, and for serious scholars and
teachers, as well. Part One of the book provides a summary of
the organization and substance of the document, along with
insightful clarifying comments by the author. As such, Part One
amounts to an invaluable overview of the document that formed
the government of the United States. It is in Part Two, however,
that the reader gains fascinating -- even entertaining -- insights
into current day issues as they relate to the founding principles of
our government. The author's highly-readable style and selection
of important current topics made reading the book a great
experience!!”
(Richard “DUKE” Woodhull, USAF Retied on Amazon.com.)
“This book should appeal to 2 different types of readers: #1
- to those who want to learn all the details of the US Constitution,
the Bill of Rights and subsequent amendments, specifically as to
how our US government was designed by our founding fathers
and #2 - to those who are trying to reconcile the Constitution
with all of its amendments to decisions made and directions taken
most specifically in the 21st century by the people of the United
States through our presidents, the Supreme Court and our
representatives in Congress. As a reader of mostly fiction I found
that reading the details of the Constitution reminded me too often
of reading a textbook, and at my age this was often tedious.
However, what I did find very interesting and helpful in
navigating many of today's current events was the application
section of this book. In light of the upcoming presidential
elections, I found that by reading the 2nd section, which was
related to application, I was better prepared to identify those
candidates who may be taking our country in a direction far afield
from what was originally intended. While the United States is
often criticized for its actions and beliefs, it has proven itself to be
a government that, while not perfect, has produced through its
design an amazingly successful operation. I would highly
recommend this book to those who believe that we would be wise
to build upon what our founding fathers intended rather than
attempt to tweak a structure based upon the shifting sands of
popular opinion and common morality.”
(Teresa Strauss, Columbia, S.C., Barnes & Noble Review.)
“First....my disclaimer....I'm the author's son. With that said,
this is a great book for the person wanting to not only learn about
The Constitution, but also interested in how the Founding Fathers
put this great document together. After each Article, Section, and
Amendment, the author gives a description of what each means
and then backs up how the authors of The Constitution came to
their conclusions by what Alexander Hamilton, James Madison,
and John Jay (3 of the principal authors) wrote in what are known
as The Federalist Papers. This revision of the 2002 book has been
updated with current topics. For example, one of the latest issues
in the news this past week had to do with the 14th Amendment
and "anchor babies". The discussion in the book regarding the
14th Amendment sheds some light on what the intentions were
for this Amendment. So, if looking for some insight into one of
the most historical documents ever, look no further than A Study
of the United States Constitution and The Federalist Papers by
James B. Plair, Sr.”
(James B. Plair, Jr., Amazon.com. Review, Mt. Pleasant, S.C.)
“I have known Lt. Col. Plair for half a century and his book
will definitely enlighten you.”
(Sparky Carter, Mt. Pleasant, S.C.)
“Plair provides a thorough study of the Constitution and
Federalist papers in an easy to read and understand delivery.”
(Amazon Customer, August 3, 2015.)
“As we are entering into another round of elections in this
country, I think it is important to remember the founding
documents put together to help guide this country to greatness.
This is a scholarly approach to our constitution. This perspective
is important and very timely.”
(Patricia Young, Cedar Mt., N.C., Amazon.com Customer.)