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

By Thomas Jefferson

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Step back in time and explore the mind of a founding father as he grapples with nation-building and the weight of leadership through his intimate reflections and vital correspondence.

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2009-05-17
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"The Memoirs, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson", edited by Thomas Jefferson Randolph, is a collection from the 1800s showcasing the writings of Thomas Jefferson, one of America's most important historical figures. It includes his life story, letters, and different writings. Readers learn about government, ideas, and Jefferson's private thoughts during the early days of America. The book has many letters between Jefferson and important people like George Washington and Benjamin Franklin. Jefferson wrote about big historical events, like the Declaration of Independence, how the government should work, and dealing with other countries. This collection gives insight into Jefferson's work in politics and thinking, and it helps readers understand what was important in the young United States, making it a must-read for anyone who wants to learn about American history and political thoughts.

About the Author

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.

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