The Modern Library Founding Documents collection from Penguin Random House brings together seminal works that shaped the United States, each paired with contemporary introductions. Readers encounter authoritative editions of texts such as The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, Thomas Paine’s Common Sense, The Federalist Papers, and The Alien and Sedition Acts. Every volume bridges historical context with modern scholarship, highlighting enduring debates over liberty, governance, and citizenship. Crafted in durable hardcover formats, the series helps today’s audiences engage deeply with the nation’s founding ideals.