The Memoirs, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson A Linked Index to the Project Gutenberg Editions

"The Memoirs, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson" edited by Thomas Jefferson Randolph is a historical collection compiled in the early 19th century. This book presents a rich assortment of memoirs, letters, and various writings of one of America's Founding Fathers, Thomas Jefferson. It explores the themes of governance, philosophy, and personal reflections during the formative years of the United States. The book spans several volumes and includes extensive correspondence with notable figures such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams. Jefferson's writings delve into significant historical events and issues of his time, including insights on the Declaration of Independence, governance, and diplomatic relations with foreign nations. The collection not only provides a glimpse into Jefferson's political and intellectual pursuits but also gives readers an understanding of the values and challenges faced in the early republic, making it an essential resource for those interested in American history and political thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Thomas Jefferson was an American statesman, planter, diplomat, lawyer, architect, philosopher, and Founding Father who served as the third president of the United States from 1801 to 1809. He was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence. Following the American Revolutionary War and before becoming president in 1801, Jefferson was the nation's first U.S. secretary of state under George Washington and then the nation's second vice president under John Adams. Jefferson was a leading proponent of democracy, republicanism, and natural rights, and he produced formative documents and decisions at the state, national, and international levels.