The Works of John Adams, Second President of the United States: Volume 7 (Cambridge Library Collection - North American History)

Adams, John. Ed(s): Adams, Charles Francis, Jr.

ISBN 10: 1108031633 / ISBN 13: 9781108031639

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2011

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Volume 7 of this 1850-6 compilation focuses on Adams' 1777-82 mission to negotiate a treaty with Britain. Editor(s): Adams, Charles Francis, Jr. Series: Cambridge Library Collection - North American History. Num Pages: 704 pages, 2 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 39. Weight in Grams: 880. . 2011. 1st Edition. paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Works of John Adams, Second President of the United States: Volume 7 (Cambridge Library Collection - North American History)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1108031633
• ISBN 13: 9781108031639
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

John Adams (1735–1826) was a highly educated and enlightened lawyer who became a central figure in the American Revolution. As a political theorist he influenced the constitutions of the former British colonies in America, and he is regarded, with Jefferson, as the father of the United States Constitution. First published in 1850–6, this collection brings together Adams' major writings. Given their influence not only on the United States, but also on other republics, Adams' works rank among the most important political writings of their time. Volume 7 contains papers and correspondence dating from Adams' dispatch to France in 1777 up to his success in negotiating a treaty with Britain in 1782. They provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of eighteenth-century diplomacy, and at the efforts to gain international recognition for the newly-independent United States.

Book Description

The lawyer John Adams (1735-1826) became a central figure in the American Revolution and is regarded as a father of the United States Constitution. Published in 1850-6, this collection includes diaries, correspondence and essays. Volume 7 focuses on Adams' 1777-82 mission to negotiate a treaty with Britain.