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The Quotable Abigail Adams

This book compiles a selection of quotes from Abigail Adams, providing insight into her thoughts and perspectives on various subjects throughout her life. more

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Abigail Adams
Abigail Adams

Abigail Adams was the wife of the second President of the United States, John Adams, and a significant figure in the early history of the nation. She served as an influential advisor to her husband and advocated for women's rights and education. Born on November 22, 1744, she passed away on October 28, 1818. more

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“You cannot know, should I discribe to you; the feelings of a parent . . . . Four years have already past away since you left your native land, and this rural Cottage-Humble indeed, when compared to the Palaces you have visited, and the pomp you have been witness to. But I dare say you have not been so inattentive an observer, as to suppose that Sweet peace, and contentment, cannot inhabit the lowly roof, and bless the tranquil inhabitants, equally guarded and protected, in person and property, in this happy Country, as those who reside in the most elegant and costly dwellings.”

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“As good government is an empire of laws, how shall your laws be made? In a large society, inhabiting an extensive country, it is impossible that the whole should assemble to make laws. The first necessary step, then, is to depute power from the many to a few of the most wise and good.”

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