The Life and Selected Writings of Thomas Jefferson
- ISBN-10
- 0375752188
- ISBN-13
- 9780375752186
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 756
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1944
- Publisher
- Modern Library
- Author
- Thomas Jefferson
Description
A selection of the Founding Father's writings includes his autobiography, the Declaration of Independence, entries from his travel journals, biographical sketches of his notable contemporaries, public and private letters, and Notes on Virginia. Reprint.
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