“Deal[s] with the whole man and with the complete story of [Madison’s] life insofar as the biographer can limn it. . . . Restore[s] Madison’s humanity.” — The Wall Street Journal
“[Broadwater’s] biography is very solid and scholarly. . . the best medium-sized life of Madison that we have.” — Gordon S. Wood, The New York Review of Books
[James Madison] will appeal to readers looking for an in-depth analysis of Madison’s revolutionary thinking." — ForeWord Reviews
“Meticulously researched and surprisingly readable. . . . History buffs and early-America aficionados will find Broadwater’s work indispensable.” — Publishers Weekly
“In an engagingly formulated work of synthesis, Broadwater offers a compelling view of the essential Madison. . . . [His] clear writing style and contextual explanations make this work especially appealing to incipient scholars and general readers.” — Library Journal
“Highly recommended. General readers and undergraduate collections.” — CHOICE
“An essential American philosopher and president gains a substantive treatment.” — Kirkus Reviews
“A comprehensive and fascinating view of the nations, personalities, economic issues and events that led to the War of 1812.” — Rocky Mount Telegram
“Broadwater has done an excellent job of discussing and analyzing the major issues, events, and people with whom Madison had to deal. His book is a welcome addition to the literature on Madison’s remarkable career.” — Virginia Magazine
“Readers who want an introduction to [Madison’s] political thought and practice over his whole career will find these volumes considerably valuable.” — Journal of American History
