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John Adams

Book • 2002
This biography by David McCullough is a comprehensive and engaging account of John Adams' life.

It delves into his role in the American Revolution, his presidency, and his personal life, including his enduring marriage to Abigail Adams.

The book is enriched by over 1,100 surviving letters between John and Abigail Adams, providing deep insights into their private lives and the historical context of their time.

McCullough's narrative spans Adams' early life, his legal career, his diplomatic missions to France, and his presidency, highlighting his integrity, honesty, and contributions to American history.

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when discussing John Adams's views on lifelong learning and the pursuit of wisdom.
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as an inspiring book about John Adams and his son.
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in the context of books that celebrate John and Abigail Adams, but argues that they don't fully address the threat to democracy posed by the Sedition Act.
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in the context of discussing his role in the American Revolution and his views on politics and philosophy.
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, highlighting his rules of writing history and his approach to historical figures.
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