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Autobiography of Thomas Jefferson - The Life Story of the Founding Father, President, and Author of the Declaration of Independence - Softcover

Jefferson, Thomas

 
9781604597738: Autobiography of Thomas Jefferson - The Life Story of the Founding Father, President, and Author of the Declaration of Independence

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The personal reflections of one of America's most influential founders, revealing his life, ideas, and vision for a new nation. Autobiography of Thomas Jefferson offers Jefferson's own account of the early years of his remarkable life, including his education, family background, political career, and the events that shaped his role in American history. Though incomplete, this brief memoir provides a unique firsthand perspective from the author of the Declaration of Independence and the third President of the United States. Jefferson discusses his ancestry, childhood, education, entrance into public life, and his involvement in the creation of Virginia's government during the Revolutionary era. The work also provides insight into the intellectual and political ideals that influenced his views on liberty, government, and the rights of citizens. A valuable primary source for students of American history, politics, and biography, Autobiography of Thomas Jefferson allows readers to encounter Jefferson's own words and reflections on the formative experiences of his extraordinary career.

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About the AuthorThomas Jefferson (1743-1826) was an American statesman, diplomat, lawyer, and philosopher who served as the third President of the United States. Best known as the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson was one of the central figures in the founding of the United States.A lifelong student of history, science, architecture, and philosophy, Jefferson also founded the University of Virginia and served as a major influence on American political thought. His writings and ideas continue to be studied for their profound impact on democracy, government, and individual liberty.

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