The Meaning of Independence: John Adams, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson

Morgan, Edmund Sears

ISBN 10: 0813906946 ISBN 13: 9780813906942
Published by Univ of Virginia Pr, Charlottesville, Virginia, U.S.A., 1979
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Synopsis:

Americans did not at first cherish the idea of political severance from their mother country. What and who changed their minds? To answer this, this text looks at three men who could be called the ?archtitects of independence?, the first presidents of the United States.

About the Author:

Edmund S. Morgan is Professor Emeritus at Yale University, a recipient of the 2000 National Humanities Medal, and past president of the Organization of American Historians. Among his many distinguished books are The Birth of the Republic, 1763-89, The Challenge of the American Revolution, and American Slavery, American Freedom. His most recent book, Benjamin Franklin, has been a national best-seller.

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Title: The Meaning of Independence: John Adams, ...
Publisher: Univ of Virginia Pr, Charlottesville, Virginia, U.S.A.
Publication Date: 1979
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Fine
Edition: 2nd Printing

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