02543cam a22003373u 4500 21002 UtSlPG 20260610133503.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E300 Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 The Writings of Thomas Jefferson : Library Edition - Vol. 6 (of 20) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-04-07 Produced by Robert Cicconetti and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "The Writings of Thomas Jefferson" by Thomas Jefferson is a historical collection published in the early 20th century. This volume contains a comprehensive assortment of Jefferson's significant texts, including his autobiography, official papers, and various writings that highlight his beliefs and contributions to American democracy and governance. The collection showcases his emphasis on democratic principles and the importance of education, serving as a testament to Jefferson's enduring influence on American ideals. The opening of this collection sets the tone by focusing on Jefferson's identity as a tactician in politics. It discusses his exceptional ability to navigate political landscapes and manage complex situations, illustrating how qualities such as tact, clarity of thought, and a strong moral compass solidified his role as a leader during the formative years of the United States. The text introduces key themes, including Jefferson's vision for democratic governance, his advocacy for educational reforms, and the significant events in his early public life leading up to his authorship of the Declaration of Independence. Overall, this opening establishes Jefferson not only as a historical figure but also as a philosopher and a strategist in the young republic's development. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- Politics and government -- 1775-1783 United States -- Politics and government -- 1783-1789 Bergh, Albert Ellery, 1861-1919 Lipscomb, Andrew A. (Andrew Adgate), 1854-1915 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21002 62228 62228