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Author Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
Editor Randolph, Thomas Jefferson, 1792-1875
Title Memoir, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson, Volume 3
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "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. This compilation gathers the personal letters and reflections of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, primarily during his time as Minister to France. The work presents a unique insight into the political climate of the late 18th century, particularly surrounding moments of revolutionary change in France. At the start of this volume, the opening letters reveal Jefferson's concerns regarding communication with key figures like John Jay, as well as the political turbulence unfolding in France during July 1789. He discusses the growing unrest and the implications of events such as the capture of French merchant vessels by Algerines and the potential political ramifications. Jefferson details the revolutionary fervor in Paris, including the escalating tensions between the people and the monarchy, captured vividly in his accounts of food shortages and the public's reaction to the government's ineffectiveness. Through these letters, readers get a window into Jefferson’s perspective on the significant sociopolitical transformations occurring at the time, highlighting his engagement with the revolutionary ideas of the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject United States -- Politics and government -- 1775-1783
Subject United States -- Politics and government -- 1783-1865
Category Text
EBook-No. 16783
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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