John Quincy Adams by Jr. John T. Morse
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| Author | Morse, John T., Jr. (John Torrey), 1840-1937 |
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| Title |
John Quincy Adams American Statesmen Series |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "John Quincy Adams" by John T. Morse, Jr. is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the life and career of John Quincy Adams, focusing on his early years, his significant roles in diplomacy and politics, and his impact as a statesman. It aims to present a nuanced portrait of Adams, highlighting his moral integrity and complicated relationships within the political landscape of his time. At the start of the narrative, the author introduces John Quincy Adams, born in 1767 in Braintree, Massachusetts. The opening portion delves into Adams' early influences, including his father's active involvement in the American Revolution and the formative experiences he had witnessing key historical events as a young boy. It emphasizes his precocious nature and early education, which set the stage for his future diplomatic career. The text captures Adams' character, noting his ambition, intelligence, and the strong moral principles that guided his actions throughout his life. This establishes a foundation for understanding his later political endeavors and the complexities that accompanied his pursuit of justice and freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | Presidents -- United States -- Biography |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government -- 1815-1861 |
| Subject | Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848 |
| Subject | United States -- Foreign relations -- 1783-1865 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20183 |
| Release Date | Dec 26, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 101 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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