The Autobiography of Thomas Jefferson

The Autobiography of Thomas Jefferson

by Thomas Jefferson and Henry Augustine Washington
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 30/11/2023

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The Autobiography of Thomas Jefferson is a profound reflection on the life and thoughts of one of America'Äôs Founding Fathers. This intricate text serves as both a personal narrative and a political manifesto, detailing Jefferson's philosophies on governance, religion, and education, while simultaneously providing insight into the formative years of the United States. Written in an eloquent, yet accessible style, Jefferson's prose is marked by a clarity that belies the complex ideas it conveys. The work stands as a valuable document in American literature, situating itself amidst the Enlightenment ideals that shaped democratic thought in the 18th century. Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) was an influential statesman, diplomat, and philosopher, serving as the third President of the United States. His deeply-rooted commitment to liberty and self-governance informed his writings and policies. Jefferson's experiences as a farmer, architect, and political leader provided a rich backdrop for this autobiography, where he grapples with the moral contradictions of slavery, the importance of education, and the necessity of revolution against tyranny. This meticulously crafted autobiography is not only essential for understanding Jefferson the man but is also a key text for anyone interested in the ideals that shaped modern democracy. I highly recommend Jefferson'Äôs autobiography for those seeking to comprehend the philosophical underpinnings of American political thought, as it remains as pertinent today as it was in his era.

ISBN:
8596547682936
8596547682936
Category:
Political leaders & leadership
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
30-11-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
GoodPress
Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States (1801 o1809), the principal author of the Declaration of Independence (1776), and one of the most influential Founding Fathers for his promotion of the ideals of republicanism in the United States. He envisioned America as the force behind a great "Empire of Liberty" that would promote republicanism and counter the imperialism of the British Empire.

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