Jefferson
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Title: Thomas Jefferson: A Portrait
Author: Saul K. Padover
Publisher: Mentor Books
Language: English
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: Not Available
Pages: 191
Published Year: 1952
Dimensions: 18 x 10 cm
Condition: Used – Good
Condition Note: Book is in good condition but pages are yellowish white and the cover is dusted.
About the Book
Thomas Jefferson: A Portrait by Saul K. Padover is a concise yet insightful biography of Thomas Jefferson, one of the most influential figures in American history. Written by a distinguished historian, the book presents a balanced and engaging portrait of the statesman, philosopher, diplomat, and author whose ideas helped shape the foundations of the United States.
The biography traces Jefferson's life from his early years in colonial Virginia to his emergence as a leading advocate of liberty and democratic government. Readers gain an understanding of the intellectual influences and personal experiences that shaped his political philosophy and public career.
A central focus of the book is Jefferson's role in the creation of the United States. Padover examines his contributions to the drafting of the United States Declaration of Independence and his enduring influence on American political thought, particularly his commitment to individual rights, representative government, and civic responsibility.
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Book Details
Title: Thomas Jefferson: A Portrait
Author: Saul K. Padover
Publisher: Mentor Books
Language: English
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: Not Available
Pages: 191
Published Year: 1952
Dimensions: 18 x 10 cm
Condition: Used – Good
Condition Note: Book is in good condition but pages are yellowish white and the cover is dusted.
About the Book
Thomas Jefferson: A Portrait by Saul K. Padover is a concise yet insightful biography of Thomas Jefferson, one of the most influential figures in American history. Written by a distinguished historian, the book presents a balanced and engaging portrait of the statesman, philosopher, diplomat, and author whose ideas helped shape the foundations of the United States.
The biography traces Jefferson's life from his early years in colonial Virginia to his emergence as a leading advocate of liberty and democratic government. Readers gain an understanding of the intellectual influences and personal experiences that shaped his political philosophy and public career.
A central focus of the book is Jefferson's role in the creation of the United States. Padover examines his contributions to the drafting of the United States Declaration of Independence and his enduring influence on American political thought, particularly his commitment to individual rights, representative government, and civic responsibility.
