A review by melissadeemcdaniel
The Price of Greatness: Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and the Creation of American Oligarchy by Jay Cost

4.0

This admirably concise book reviews the political histories of Alexander Hamilton and James Madison, contrasting them with each other and setting them in the context of their times. In these days of political turmoil, it is tempting to draw parallels and to try to take lessons from the founders. I can only imagine T. Jeff. or Alex. H. raising an eyebrow at the antics of our current politicians.