The Articles of Confederation were passed by the Continental Congress in 1777, but were not ratified by the states until 1781. This first governing document of America put the new country in good stead, but it had some shortcomings, including the creation of a weak central government. It was replaced by the U.S. Constitution in 1789.

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Drafted by Thomas Jefferson between June 11 and June 28, 1776, the Declaration of Independence summarizes America's founding political philosophy. At once a cherished symbol of liberty and an expression of Jefferson's monumental talents as a writer, the document captures in unforgettable phrases the ideals of individual liberty that formed the backbone of American's Revolutionary movement. In setting forth these "self-evident truths" alongside a list of grievances against King George's Britain, the Declaration of Independence justified the breaking of ties with "Mother England" and the formation of a new country. This gift edition, printed in two colors on acid-free paper, contains illustrations and biographies of the signers alongside the document itself.

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Thomas Jefferson believed that the pure-principled teachings of Jesus should have been separated from the dogma and abuse of organized religion of the day. This led him to recast, by cutting and pasting from the gospels, a new narrative of the life and teachings of Jesus, where, according to Jefferson, "there will be found remaining the most sublime and benevolent code of morals which has ever been offered to man."

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On September 17,1796, George Washington announced that he would leave the presidency. His famous farewell address encapsulates a view of the Union, the Constitution, and good citizenship that is an important part of American political thought today.

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Four hardcover Books of American Wisdom selected especially for America's newest citizen's. Invaluable information for only $40.00, presented in a handsome slipcase.

Box Set includes:

Good Citizenship - Grover Cleveland's definition of what makes a good citizen.
The Declaration of Independence - America's most famous document, presented in this edition with illustrations and signers' biographies.
The Constitution of the United States - The complete text of the U.S. Constitution, including all of the amendments.
George Washington's Farewell Address - Washington encapsulates a view of the Union, the Constitution, and good citizenship.

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The Spanish language edition of Elbert Hubbard's classic, A Message to Garcia. Its management advice is both timeless and provocative.

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Four hardcover Books of American Wisdom selected specifically for business leaders. Priceless knowledge for only $40.00, presented in a handsome slipcase.

Box Set includes:

Way to Wealth ñ One of the most important money books ever published, written by Benjamin Franklin.
The Strenuous Life ñ Theodore Roosevelt tells how to live life to its most productive and fullest.
A Message to Garcia ñ Elbert Hubbard's timeless and provocative management advice.
Gospel of Wealth ñ Carnegie's classic essay about using individual wealth for the good of society.

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