The Men Who Made the Constitution

Focusing on the delegates of the 1787 Constitutional Convention, John R. Vile provides detailed biographies that encompass their backgrounds, education, public service, and post-Convention lives. The book highlights the contributions of all delegates, including those who departed early or chose not to sign. Utilizing Convention debates and extensive secondary sources, Vile examines each delegate's positions on key issues and their roles in committees and state ratification conventions, offering a comprehensive view of their impact on the Constitution.