"It is a simple, but an accurate synopsis of the rudiments of the federal government; so well adapted to the apprehension of youth, as to leave nothing further to be desired, in the shape of a political manual."- Chief Justice Gibson. "In this work the Constitution of the United States is examined and explained in such a manner as to make it plain and intelligible to any youth who is capable of studying the history of his country."- Judge Randall. "It ought to be adopted at once in every school district throughout the United States."- North American "As a work for the instruction of the rising generation, it cannot be too highly commended."- Neat"s Gazette