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Jefferson’s chronicle of the natural, social, and political history of Virginia is at once a scientific discourse, an attempt to define America, and a brilliant examination of the idea of freedom.
A definitive scholarly edition of the correspondence and papers of
Thomas Jefferson Jefferson continues his pattern of returning home
to Monticello for the summer months. He makes a brief visit to
Poplar Forest in Bedford County to plan the development of that
property. James Hubbard, a young enslaved worker at Monticello,
escapes but is captured in Fairfax County. Another slave who has
fled, James Hemings, rejects efforts to persuade him to return and
disappears. Receiving news of the end of the conflict with Tripoli,
Jefferson states that although it is “a small war in fact, it is
big in principle.” He devotes much of his attention to relations
with Spain. He considers alliance with Great Britain to force a
resolution with Spain, then chooses instead to negotiate with
France for the purchase of Florida and settlement of matters in
dispute with Spain. He drafts bills to organize the militia by age
and create a naval militia. Specimens sent by Lewis and Clark
arrive. Jefferson calculates that the United States has recently
acquired cessions of well over 9 million acres of land from Native
Americans. He meets with visiting Creek leaders. Answering a query,
Jefferson states that Patrick Henry was “the greatest orator that
ever lived” but “avaritious & rotten hearted.”
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 1 includes his autobiography and letters to various
dignitaries, written up to and during his 1784-9 mission to Europe.
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 2 continues with Jefferson's correspondence during
his 1784-9 mission to Europe, which offers revealing accounts of
the development of his political ideas.
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 3 contains the remainder of the letters written
during his mission to Europe in 1784-9, and continues with
correspondence from the United States.
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 4 contains letters written after Jefferson's return
from Europe in 1789, and during his time as Secretary of State,
Vice-President and President.
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 5 contains letters written by Jefferson in the later
days of his presidency, offering a vivid picture of his service to
his country.
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.
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 7 contains letters written following the end of his
term in office, covering topics from university administration to
America's relations with Europe.
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 the
evolving relationships between the United States and the European
powers, and the development of the American constitution and
judicial system. Volume 8 contains all his inaugural addresses and
messages as President, his writings on topics such as slavery,
trade, and the constitution of Virginia, and biographical notes on
other distinguished figures.
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 the
evolving relationships between the United States and the European
powers, and the development of the American constitution and
judicial system. Volume 9 contains a selection of documents showing
the depth and range of Jefferson's diplomatic, political and
scientific activities throughout his career, and an index to all
the volumes.
Drafted by Thomas Jefferson between June 11 and June 28, 1776, the
Declaration of Independence summarizes America's founding political
philosophy.At once a cherished symbol of liberty and an expression
of Jefferson's monumental talents as a writer, the document
captures in unforgettable phrases the ideals of individual liberty
that formed the backbone of American's Revolutionary movement. In
setting forth these "self-evident truths" alongside a list of
grievances against King George's Britain, the Declaration of
Independence justified the breaking of ties with "Mother England"
and the formation of a new country. This gift edition, printed in
two colors on acid-free paper, contains illustrations and
biographies of the signers alongside the document itself.
Includes some 100 observations about life, liberty and the pursuit
of happiness-as well as art and culture-from the author of the
Declaration of Independence. The new series look features a classic
portrait of the author on the front cover with his signature
printed below in gold foil.
Co-author of the groundbreaking Empire and Multitude, Michael Hardt
examines The Declaration of Independence and other texts by Thomas
Jefferson, arguing that his powerful concept of democracy provides
a biting critique of the current American administration.
Introducing this collection of Jefferson's writings, Michael Hardt
makes a powerful case for re-examining the foundational writings of
this American revolutionary in order to reignite the dialogue that
first conceived of a "land of the free".
Collected here in one affordable volume are the most important
documents of the United States of America: The Constitution of the
United States of America, with the Bill of Rights and all of the
Amendments; The Declaration of Independence; and the Articles of
Confederation. These three documents are the basis for our entire
way of life. Every citizen should have a copy.
A new definitive volume of the retirement papers of Thomas
Jefferson This volume's 627 documents feature a vast assortment of
topics. Jefferson writes of his dread of "a doting old age." He
inserts an anonymous note in the Richmond Enquirer denying that he
has endorsed a candidate for the next presidential election, and he
publishes two letters in that newspaper under his own name to
refute a Federalist claim that he once benefited by overcharging
the United States Treasury. Jefferson does not reply to unsolicited
letters seeking his opinion on constitutional matters, judicial
review, and a call for universal white male suffrage in Virginia.
Fearing that it would set a dangerous precedent, he declines
appointment as patron of a new society "for the civilisation of the
Indians." Jefferson is also asked to comment on proposed
improvements to stoves, lighthouses, telescopes, and navigable
balloons. Citing his advanced age and stiffened wrist, he avoids
detailed replies and allows his complaint to John Adams about the
volume of incoming correspondence to be leaked to the press in
hopes that strangers will stop deluging them both with letters.
Jefferson approves of the growth of Unitarianism and predicts that
"there is not a young man now living in the US. who will not die an
Unitarian."
Thomas Jefferson is among the most important and controversial of
American political thinkers: his influence (libertarian,
democratic, participatory, and agrarian-republican) is still felt
today. A prolific writer, Jefferson left 18,000 letters, Notes on
the State of Virginia, an Autobiography, and numerous other papers.
Joyce Appleby and Terence Ball have selected the most important of
these for presentation in the Cambridge Texts series: Jefferson's
views on topics such as revolution, self-government, the role of
women and African-American and Native Americans emerge to give a
fascinating insight into a man who owned slaves, yet advocated the
abolition of slavery. The texts are supported by a concise
introduction, suggestions for further reading and short biographies
of key figures, all providing invaluable assistance to the student
encountering the breadth and richness of Jefferson's thought for
the first time.
A definitive new volume of the retirement papers of Thomas
Jefferson This volume’s 601 documents show Jefferson dealing with
various challenges. He is injured in a fall at Monticello, and his
arm is still in a sling months later when he narrowly escapes
drowning during a solitary horseback ride. Jefferson obtains
temporary financial relief by transferring a $20,000 debt from the
Bank of the United States to the College of William and Mary. Aided
by a review of expenditures by the University of Virginia that
uncovers no serious discrepancies, Jefferson and the Board of
Visitors obtain a further $60,000 loan that permits construction to
begin on the Rotunda. Jefferson drafts but apparently does not send
John Adams a revealing letter on religion. He exchanges long
letters discussing the Supreme Court with Justice William Johnson,
and he writes to friends about France’s 1823 invasion of Spain.
Jefferson also helps prepare a list of recommended books for the
Albemarle Library Society. In November 1822, Jefferson’s grandson
Francis Eppes marries Mary Elizabeth Randolph. He gives the
newlyweds his mansion at Poplar Forest and visits it for the last
time the following May. In a letter to James Monroe, Jefferson
writes and then cancels “my race is near it’s term, and not
nearer, I assure you, than I wish.”
Thomas Jefferson believed that the pure-principled teachings of
Jesus should have been separated from the dogma and abuse of
organized religion of the day. This led him to recast, by cutting
and pasting from the gospels, a new narrative of the life and
teachings of Jesus, where, according to Jefferson, "there will be
found remaining the most sublime and benevolent code of morals
which has ever been offered to man."
A definitive scholarly edition of the correspondence and papers of
Thomas Jefferson Congress adjourns early in March, and Jefferson
goes home to Monticello for a month. After his return to
Washington, he corresponds with territorial governors concerning
appointments to legislative councils. He peruses information about
Native American tribes, Spanish and French colonial settlements,
and the geography of the Louisiana Territory. He seeks the consent
of Spanish authorities to a U.S. exploration along the Red River
while asserting privately that Spain “has met our advances with
jealousy, secret malice, and ill faith.” A new law extends civil
authority over foreign warships in U.S. harbors, and he considers
using it also to constrain privateers. Federalist opponents bring
up “antient slanders” to question his past private and official
actions. His personal finances are increasingly reliant on bank
loans. He starts a search for a new farm manager at Monticello.
Meriwether Lewis and William Clark write from Fort Mandan in April
before setting out up the Missouri River. Jefferson will not
receive their reports until mid-July. In the Mediterranean, William
Eaton coordinates the capture of the port of Derna and Tobias Lear
negotiates terms of peace with Pasha Yusuf Qaramanli to end the
conflict with Tripoli. News of those events will not reach the
United States until September.
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