02472cam a22003253u 4500 16781 UtSlPG 20260610133407.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E300 Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 Memoir, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson, Volume 1 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-09-30 Produced by David Widger "Memoir, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson" edited by Thomas Jefferson Randolph is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work comprises a collection of memoirs, correspondence, and miscellaneous documents from the life of Thomas Jefferson, focusing on his thoughts, experiences, and contributions to American history. It notably includes discussions of historical events such as the American Revolution and the creation of the Declaration of Independence, all shared from Jefferson's own perspective. The opening of this memoir introduces readers to Jefferson's reflections and recollections beginning at the age of 77 as he seeks to document his life for his family. He traces his family lineage and early influences, including his education and formative experiences, which shaped his political outlook. As he recounts events leading up to and during his involvement in the American Revolution, Jefferson provides insights into his role in the drafting of key documents, such as the Declaration of Independence, as well as his observations on the political climate of the time and the dynamics among key figures in early American governance. This part of the memoir sets the stage for a deeper exploration of his contributions to the nation’s founding and principles of governance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- Politics and government -- 1775-1783 United States -- Politics and government -- 1783-1865 Randolph, Thomas Jefferson, 1792-1875 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16781 58169 58169