In this book, "bestselling author and radio host Michael Medved recounts some of the most significant events in America's rise to prosperity and power, from the writing of the Constitution to the Civil War. He reveals a record of improbabilities and amazements that demonstrate what the Founders always believed: that events unfolded according to a master plan, with destiny playing an unmistakable role in lifting the nation to greatness."--Jacket.

The glorious fourth -- Blown blessedly off course -- Revolutionary revelations -- Indispensable, indestructible -- "An assembly of demigods" -- Providential purchase -- American Agincourt -- Big drunk and Lone Star luck -- Golden timing -- The miracle of Lincoln -- Waiting for a sign -- The messenger and his message -- "This favored land.".