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The Writings of Thomas Jefferson - Volume 4

Thomas Jefferson

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We should not be so hasty to charge the historical figures of yesterday by the moral standards of today. Without Jefferson's Declaration of Independence, human society would be so much worse off, in so many ways. To besmirch his memory as is most constantly done with the usual tagline "...but he own

Mr. Jefferson believed in principles to help guide us on the path of right. However Mr. Jefferson was quite the politian. I have mixed feelings about Mr. Jefferson, whereas, It is good to read his writings.
Thank you, Professor Tucker!

Incredibly interesting to explore the most prime years of our history. Jefferson's writing style is surprisingly clear and easy-to-read.

My recommendations:
-- First, read the Wikipedia article on Thomas Jefferson
-- Thomas Jefferson's 'Autobiography'
-- First Inaugural Address
-- Letter to Edward Coles

This book is excellent but requires historical context, especially for reading Notes on the State of Virginia (it is infinitely better once you understand its historical significance). It's strange to me how challenging the dialect of Jefferson is to read- being a product of his time- while the work

Watched the John Adams movie and was inspired to pull this book from my library book shelf and dust it off again. I can't think of anyone today being as accomplished so early in life as the men of the revolutionary time. It just amazing that someone could accomplish so much so quick. Also, I didn't

After reading all the letters from Thomas Jefferson I feel we owe him an apology. He made clear his belief that the federal government should be extremely limited in its power. In addition to his famous writings, this book includes a large collection of letters he sent to various people. You also le

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