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Founding Brothers

By Joseph J. Ellis

Joseph Ellis's 'Founding Brothers' reveals the intense rivalries, personal animosities, and grudging compromises that truly forged the American nation. This episode uncovers the flawed, brilliant humans behind the myth, demonstrating how discord was integral to unity.

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founding fathers, american history, political compromise

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Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of founding fathers, american history, political compromise and better judgment in how they apply it.

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Joseph J. Ellis brings a credible and useful lens to founding fathers, american history, political compromise, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.

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Joseph J. Ellis

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