The Writings of Thomas Jefferson

NOTE EDITORE

Thomas Jefferson (1743–1826) was the third United States President (1801–9) and the principal author of the Declaration of Independence. An advocate of republicanism, he envisioned America as an 'Empire of Liberty' that would strive to promote freedom around the world. First published in 1853–4, this nine-volume edition of Jefferson's writings shows the breadth of his intellectual and political interests. His autobiography, letters, diaries and political memoranda reflect a life lived at the centre of pivotal events, including the French and American Revolutions, and the founding of a new nation. Through them we discover his contribution to the pursuit of world peace, the evolving relationships between the United States and the European powers, and the development of the American constitution and judicial system. Volume 6 presents a further collection of letters written towards the end of his presidency and afterwards, covering topics from astronomy to world conflict.

SOMMARIO

Book II. Part III continued. Letters Written After his Return to the United States Down to the Time of his Death (1790–1826); Index.

PREFAZIONE

Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) was the third United States President (1801-9) and principal author of the Declaration of Independence. First published in 1854, this is the sixth in a nine-volume edition of his writings, comprising the letters written during and after his years in office.

ALTRE INFORMAZIONI

• Condizione: Nuovo
• ISBN: 9781108032926
• Collana: Cambridge Library Collection - North American History
• Dimensioni: 216 x 140 x 35 mm Ø 780 gr
• Formato: Brossura
• Pagine Arabe: 622