Diggins, John Patrick
The Portable John Adams (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780142437780
- author:
- Diggins, John Patrick
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 576
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History - U.S.
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
John Adams' writings offer a unique insight into his life and thought. This collection brings together a range of his works, including letters to his wife Abigail, Thomas Jefferson, and other notable figures, as well as his most important political writings. The Portable John Adams features key texts such as "A Dissertation on Canon and Feudal Law," "Thoughts on Government," and "Novanglus." These writings showcase Adams' passion for liberty and his contributions to American philosophy. For those interested in understanding the mind behind the US Constitution, this volume provides a valuable introduction. Published by Penguin Classics, a leading publisher of classic literature, this edition is enhanced by introductions and notes from distinguished scholars and contemporary authors.
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