JAMES MADISON A Life Reconsidered

With heartfelt enthusiasm, narrator Eliza Foss captures Lynne Cheney's admiration for James Madison, the U.S. president who led the nation through the War of 1812, and husband of Dolly Madison. Foss excels at making clear the archaic language of laws and political discourse of the time period. Her narration reflects a firm style as she tells the story of Madison's part in developing the Bill of Rights. She squarely hits home the sarcasm and bombast of his political opponents. Overall, Foss helps make the book a strong reminder of Madison's role in American history. It's also a refresher on many of the arguments behind the Constitution. J.A.S. © AudioFile 2014, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2014]