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“The days of life are consumed, one by one, without an object beyond the present moment; ever flying from the ennui of that, yet carrying it with us; eternally in pursuit of happiness, which keeps eternally before us. If death or bankruptcy happen to trip us out of the circle, it is matter for the buzz of the evening, and is completely forgotten by the next morning.”

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Book:Memoirs, Correspondence, and Private Papers of Thomas Jefferson: Late President of the United States
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Memoirs, Correspondence, and Private Papers of Thomas Jefferson: Late President of the United States

Memoirs, Correspondence, and Private Papers of Thomas Jefferson: Late President of the United States is a comprehensive compilation of the personal documents of Thomas Jefferson. The book provides a detailed look into Jefferson's life and work, including his presidency, his views on slavery, and his contributions to the drafting of the Declaration of Independence. The correspondence and private papers offer a unique perspective on the political landscape of his time, revealing his interactions with contemporaries and his own reflections on the issues of his era. more

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Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States, a distinguished politician, philosopher, architect, and scientist. He was born on April 13, 1743, and died on July 4, 1826. Jefferson advocated for democracy and freedom in politics and was one of the main authors of the Declaration of Independence. His political ideas had a profound impact on the founding and development of the United States. more

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