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The Writings of Thomas Jefferson, Vol. 9 (of 9) / Being His Autobiography, Correspondence, Reports, Messages, Addresses, and Other Writings, Official and Private cover

The Writings of Thomas Jefferson, Vol. 9 (of 9) / Being His Autobiography, Correspondence, Reports, Messages, Addresses, and Other Writings, Official and Private

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This collected volume assembles the author’s autobiography, extensive private and official correspondence, legislative reports, public messages and addresses, and a variety of shorter writings and miscellaneous papers. It features a thorough manual of parliamentary practice that synthesizes constitutional provisions, senatorial rules, and parliamentary precedents for legislative procedure, alongside sections of anas and ephemera. Editorial organization and explanatory notes guide readers through practical guidance on governance, procedural form, and the political and personal concerns reflected across the documents.

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Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) was an American statesman, diplomat, and Founding Father who served as the third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809. He is best known for drafting the Declaration of Independence, a seminal document in American history that articulated the colonies' desire for freedom from British rule. Jefferson was also a prolific writer and thinker, contributing significantly to the intellectual foundations of the United States. His extensive writings, including the multi-volume "Memoir, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson," reflect his views on governance, philosophy, and human rights, showcasing his enduring influence on American political thought.

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