The Writings of Thomas Jefferson by Thomas Jefferson
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| Author | Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 |
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| Editor | Bergh, Albert Ellery, 1861-1919 |
| Editor | Lipscomb, Andrew A. (Andrew Adgate), 1854-1915 |
| Title |
The Writings of Thomas Jefferson Library Edition - Vol. 6 (of 20) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Robert Cicconetti and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Writings of Thomas Jefferson" by Thomas Jefferson is a historical collection published in the early 20th century. This volume contains a comprehensive assortment of Jefferson's significant texts, including his autobiography, official papers, and various writings that highlight his beliefs and contributions to American democracy and governance. The collection showcases his emphasis on democratic principles and the importance of education, serving as a testament to Jefferson's enduring influence on American ideals. The opening of this collection sets the tone by focusing on Jefferson's identity as a tactician in politics. It discusses his exceptional ability to navigate political landscapes and manage complex situations, illustrating how qualities such as tact, clarity of thought, and a strong moral compass solidified his role as a leader during the formative years of the United States. The text introduces key themes, including Jefferson's vision for democratic governance, his advocacy for educational reforms, and the significant events in his early public life leading up to his authorship of the Declaration of Independence. Overall, this opening establishes Jefferson not only as a historical figure but also as a philosopher and a strategist in the young republic's development. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government -- 1775-1783 |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government -- 1783-1789 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21002 |
| Release Date | Apr 7, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 199 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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