The political writings of John Adams

By John Adams, George Washington Carey

Subjects: Political Ideologies - General, Political science, Politics and government, Politics, practical, Sources, General, Civics, Adams, john, 1735-1826, Political History, Politics / Current Events, United States, United states, politics and government, Constitutional law, History, Government - U.S. Government, History: World

Description: "This book is the most comprehensive single volume of John Adams's political writings ever published. All of his major political works and all of his most important political correspondence are collected here. The Political Writings of John Adams also includes headnotes and a substantial introduction. The introduction sets John Adams in historical context and illuminates the significance of his political philosophy within the American political tradition.". "Anyone hoping to understand the thought of America's second president, first political philosopher, and most trenchant conservative will find this book indispensable."--BOOK JACKET.