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THE REVOLUTIONARY WRITINGS OF JOHN ADAMS

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Professor of Political Science C. Bradley Thompson has selected an array of principle shorter writings by an American Founding Father in The Revolutionary Writings of John Adams, an anthology of Adams' discussions of the prospect of revolution and the ideal form of government for the newly born United States. Additional documents from before the Revolution reflect upon the nature of the British Constitution and the meaning of rights, sovereignty, representation, and obligation. A principled primary source of political philosophy and enduring wisdom, especially recommended for public library and American History reference shelves.

An excellent collection of John Adams' original works. I teach U.S. Constitution classes according to the original intent of the founders, and I find this book to be historically accurate and untainted by more modern progressive views. I appreciate the short historical synopsis before each set of letters, giving you a background of why he wrote each one. This book is excellent for anyone wishing to learn more of the timeless principles of freedom which made this nation great. Very inspirational for anyone wishing to preserve freedom today. The difficulty level is less intense than the Federalist Papers, but more demanding than a casual read.