The Writings of Thomas Jefferson, Vol. 9 (of 9) by Thomas Jefferson
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| Author | Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 |
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| Editor | Washington, H. A. (Henry Augustine), 1820-1858 |
| Title |
The Writings of Thomas Jefferson, Vol. 9 (of 9) Being His Autobiography, Correspondence, Reports, Messages, Addresses, and Other Writings, Official and Private |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Writings of Thomas Jefferson, Vol. 9 (of 9)" by Thomas Jefferson is a historical collection compiled in the mid-19th century. This volume presents an array of Jefferson's writings, including his autobiography, correspondence, reports, messages, and other official and private documents. It serves as a significant resource for understanding Jefferson's thoughts, his role in American history, and the principles that shaped the United States. The opening of this volume sets the stage for a detailed examination of Jefferson's contributions to parliamentary practices and governance, particularly within the context of the Senate. It begins with a preface that articulates the necessity for established rules within the legislature, emphasizing their role in maintaining order and protecting the rights of the minority against the potential overreach of the majority. Jefferson reflects on the evolution of procedural rules and their importance in fostering a functional government, hinting at the complexities of legislative processes that will be explored in detail throughout the work. (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. | 56578 |
| Release Date | Feb 16, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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