Four Phases Of American Development : Kessinger Publishing : 9781436928168 : 1436928168 : 18 Aug 2008 : ""Four Phases of American Development: Federalism, Democracy, Imperialism, Expansion"" is a historical book written by John Bassett Moore in 1912. The book explores the four major phases of American history and how they have shaped the country's development. The first phase, federalism, is explored in depth, discussing the formation of the United States Constitution and the establishment of a federal government. The second phase, democracy, is examined in terms of the expansion of voting rights and the growth of political parties. The third phase, imperialism, is analyzed in terms of America's overseas expansion and involvement in global affairs. Finally, the fourth phase, expansion, is explored in terms of the westward expansion of the United States and its impact on the country's growth and development. Throughout the book, Moore provides detailed analysis and commentary on each ph