“But a short time elapsed after the death of the great reformer of the Jewish religion, before his principles were departed from by those who professed to be his special servants, and perverted into an engine for enslaving mankind, and aggrandizing their oppressors in Church and State.”
Quote by Thomas Jefferson
Work
The writings of Thomas Jefferson: being his autobiography, correspondence, reports, messages, addresses, and other writings, official and private
This volume gathers the diverse literary output of Thomas Jefferson, one of America's founding fathers and a pivotal figure in the nation's early history. The collection encompasses his autobiographical writings, offering insight into his personal life and self-reflection. It includes his extensive correspondence with contemporaries, revealing his thoughts on politics, philosophy, science, and everyday matters. Official documents such as presidential messages and addresses are presented alongside private letters, providing a complete picture of Jefferson's roles as statesman, diplomat, and intellectual. The compilation reflects his wide-ranging interests in government, architecture, education, agriculture, and natural philosophy. This collected edition serves as a valuable resource for understanding the mind of one of America's most influential founders and the era in which he lived. more
Author
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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