The most comprehensive one-volume selection of Jefferson ever published. Contains the "Autobiography," "Notes on the State of Virginia," public and private papers, including the original and revised drafts of the Declaration of Independence, addresses, and 287 letters.
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"Writings" gives the reader a chance to assess the power of the man's pen and, by this standard, his character and mind. -- The New York Times
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137 of 143 people found the following review helpful
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As a student in England, doing work on military academies, I came across the notes, papers, writings, etc of Thomas Jefferson in the bibliography of "West Point", by Norman Thomas Remick. I'm absolutely thrilled that Merrill D. Peterson has put it all together in one 1600 page book. It makes this part of my project almost like one stop shopping. The book is marvelous as a research reference, while at the same time being very interesting reading. By the way, as I see that the book "West Point" is not among the Amazon books on Thomas Jefferson, I hereby highly recommend it to you. It was marvelously interesting, as well.
92 of 101 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
What a difference of few decades make. When I was a youngster the founders were all revered and taught in school. Nowadays, they are almost ignored and condemned for not conforming to our modern view of morality. Of course, the present view is both arrogant and ignorant because we assume that future generations will believe as we do and lacks the humility to realize that the human condition is fraught with weakness and sin as well as triumph and wisdom.
Thomas Jefferson was one of the most remarkable men this country or any country has ever produced. All you need do is sample these writings and you will begin to understand the powers of his mind, the charisma he manifested, the range of his interests, and the paradoxical foibles as well. The writings included here are his autobiography, his Notes on Virginia, all kinds of essays, letters, speeches, and selected other papers.
He writes of philosophy, English prosody, natural history, political observations, the history of the Founding, theological beliefs, and many other topics. Both of his inaugural addresses are included as well has his notices to Congress (what we now call State of the Union Addresses used to be handled in a letter). There are also letters to Indian tribes that are quite interesting.
The idea that the Indian tribes would want to remain as they were seemed a mistaken to notion to Jefferson and his contemporaries. They needed to understand that realities of their world had changed forever and they had great opportunities for improving their lives (as he saw it). Their rejection of overtures to assimilate seemed evidence of an imprisoned mind rather than what we would call a "lifestyle choice".
This is another of the great volumes from the Library of America. It includes a chronology of Jefferson's life, great notes on the texts included, and an index.
Something you really should have on your shelf of American History and our Founding.
Thomas Jefferson was one of the most remarkable men this country or any country has ever produced. All you need do is sample these writings and you will begin to understand the powers of his mind, the charisma he manifested, the range of his interests, and the paradoxical foibles as well. The writings included here are his autobiography, his Notes on Virginia, all kinds of essays, letters, speeches, and selected other papers.
He writes of philosophy, English prosody, natural history, political observations, the history of the Founding, theological beliefs, and many other topics. Both of his inaugural addresses are included as well has his notices to Congress (what we now call State of the Union Addresses used to be handled in a letter). There are also letters to Indian tribes that are quite interesting.
The idea that the Indian tribes would want to remain as they were seemed a mistaken to notion to Jefferson and his contemporaries. They needed to understand that realities of their world had changed forever and they had great opportunities for improving their lives (as he saw it). Their rejection of overtures to assimilate seemed evidence of an imprisoned mind rather than what we would call a "lifestyle choice".
This is another of the great volumes from the Library of America. It includes a chronology of Jefferson's life, great notes on the texts included, and an index.
Something you really should have on your shelf of American History and our Founding.
43 of 50 people found the following review helpful
By G. F Gori
Format:Hardcover
This edition of Jefferson's writings is an excellent comrehensive collection. Edited by Jefferson biographer Merrill Peterson this volume is a treasure.
It includes Jefferson's Anas, Autobiography, The Notes on Virginia( complete), Summary View of the Rights of British America, his version of the Declaration of Independence, numerous public papers, and addresses. This volume is a must have for the Jefferson reader. It also very necassary for the current state of the American Republic which would be wise to hear the words of this great man. A great buy!
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One of Americas brilliant men
This is a good book to learn about the third president of the United States and how our government got started.
Published 2 months ago by Lyle J. Matey
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Is Exactly What It Says
Thomas Jeffersons Writings. Very Interesting! Very Enlightening! In my opinion one of the greatest men to ever live, but the old coot did rattle on a bit. lol.. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Serious Ed
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A Good Compilation
This book has a very good compilation of Jefferson's works/writings. Some of these writings don't appear in readily available books of Jefferson. Read more
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Thank you Jon Meacham! Your "Thomas Jefferson, The Art of Power" is an easy to read and very informative book. It deserves the Pulitzer Award.
Published 4 months ago by Gary L Bahr
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The absolute tip of the ice berg when it comes to Thomas Jefferson's writings. I'm willing to be he wrote more than any one person in our history and this is a great place to start... Read more
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Published 5 months ago by Donna Cole
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Jefferson - The Thinker
Nice read. Love the personal correspondence part the best. The Pages are thin so you have to be gentle with them. The autobiography by Jefferson is nice also. Read more
Published 6 months ago by KEN TELLS ALL
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Always Interesting to Hear from Jefferson...
The Library of America is at it again. This time it brings us Thomas Jefferson at his finest.
Our third President gives us accounts of several things he felt compelled... Read more
Our third President gives us accounts of several things he felt compelled... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Frank Beckendorf
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Complete Table of Contents
Hoping this might be of use since Amazon hasn't listed the contents. It's a lengthy TOC, so maybe a quick glance will be all you need to realize this is essential. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Roger Zeus
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Nonsense... don't believe everything you hear or read
In my Bible study class last sunday we learned that we are a Christian nation. Liberals and atheists and the mainstream media want us to believe that we are not founded as a... Read more
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