George Mason Of Virginia

""George Mason of Virginia: Citizen, Statesman, Philosopher"" is a comprehensive biography of one of America's founding fathers, written by Robert C. Mason. The book explores the life and legacy of George Mason, who played a crucial role in the American Revolution and the early years of the United States. Mason is best known for his contributions to the drafting of the Virginia Declaration of Rights, which served as a model for the Bill of Rights, and for his opposition to the Constitution, which he believed lacked sufficient protections for individual liberties. The book delves into Mason's personal life, including his upbringing as a wealthy plantation owner, his marriage and family, and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time. It also examines his political career, including his service in the Virginia House of Burgesses and his role in the Continental Congress. Throughout the book, Mason's ideas and philosophy are explored, providing insight into his views on government, democracy, and the role of the individual in society. Overall, ""George Mason of Virginia"" offers a fascinating look at one of America's most important and influential founding fathers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.