“The cutting of heads is become so much a la mode, that one is apt to feel of a morning whether their own is on their shoulders.”
Quote by Thomas Jefferson
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Jefferson in Love: The Love Letters Between Thomas Jefferson & Maria Cosway
Jefferson in Love collects the intimate letters exchanged between Thomas Jefferson, a prominent figure in American history, and Maria Cosway, an Irish painter and artist. The collection provides a rare and personal account of Jefferson's emotional life, revealing his feelings and experiences during a significant period of his life. 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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