From The New York Times–bestselling and Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Hemingses of Monticello, a groundbreaking collection of Thomas Jefferson’s writings on race that every American should readAmong America’s Founding Fathers, none was more deeply, personally, or controversially entangled with race and slavery than Thomas Jefferson. The man whose Declaration of Independence proclaimed that “all men are created equal” enslaved more than 600 ...

Soon after the start of the American Revolutionary War in 1775, the Thirteen Colonies proclaimed their independence from British rule and became the United States of America. The written word proved vital in shaping America's new identity, laying the groundwork for societal principles and political doctrine alike. From Thomas Jefferson and the members of the Second Continental Congress, to Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay, the authors of these documents had a profound and la...

Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) was an American Founding Father who was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and later served as the third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809. Jefferson was mainly of English ancestry, born and educated in colonial Virginia. He graduated from the College of William & Mary and briefly practiced law, with the largest number of his cases concerning land ownership claims. During the American Revolution, he represented Virginia in th...

A Document That Changed the World. Drafted by Thomas Jefferson and adopted on July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence remains one of the most powerful political statements in history. This short yet monumental work proclaimed the American colonies' freedom from British rule and laid the foundation for democracy, liberty, and justice. This edition presents the unaltered full text, framed with historical context and timeless relevance. A must-read for students, patriots, histor...

On July 4, 1776, the thirteen American colonies formally severed ties with the British Crown — and Thomas Jefferson's declaration explaining why became one of the most consequential political documents ever written. Its opening lines, asserting that all men are created equal and endowed with unalienable rights, would go on to shape constitutions, civil rights movements, and the language of liberty around the world for the next two and a half centuries. This edition presents the founding te...

A declaration written during a moment of revolution would become one of the most influential statements on liberty and self-government in American history. Read the Declaration of Independence, principally drafted by Thomas Jefferson and adopted by the Second Continental Congress in 1776. The document presents the American colonies' case for separating from Great Britain and articulates principles concerning natural rights, equality, government, and the consent of the governed. Beyond its ...

Read the historic document that declared America's independence and articulated enduring principles of liberty and self-government. The Declaration of Independence is one of the most important documents in American history. Adopted by the Second Continental Congress in 1776, it announced the thirteen American colonies' decision to separate from Great Britain and established a powerful statement about liberty, equality, individual rights, and representative government. Primarily drafted by ...

The Writings of Thomas Jefferson is a comprehensive collection that showcases the thoughts and philosophies of one of America's Founding Fathers. Jefferson, known for his role as the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, offers insights into his views on democracy, governance, and individual rights. This compilation includes letters, essays, and official documents that reflect his intellectual depth and commitment to Enlightenment ideals. Readers can explore his vision for A...

Written in 1821, "The Autobiography of Thomas Jefferson" is not as intimate of a look at the life of one of America's founding fathers as we might have hoped for, however it provides some interesting insights into the life of America's third President. Jefferson begins the work thusly, "At the age of 77, I begin to make some memoranda and state some recollections of dates & facts concerning myself, for my own more ready reference & for the information of my family." While we gain some quic...

"We hold these truths to be self-evident…" The Declaration of Independence, written by Thomas Jefferson in 1776, is a cornerstone of democracy and freedom. This document boldly proclaimed the American colonies' right to liberty, self-rule, and justice—igniting a revolution and reshaping the modern world. This edition includes the full original text, historical context, and bonus material like the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights, making it an essential resource for students, citizens, ...

Words that redefined freedom.This historic document articulates principles of equality, rights, and self-governance that shaped a nation. Clear and forceful, its influence extends far beyond its time.An essential text of political history.Read the document that changed the world.Why This Edition?Complete original documentClean modern formattingEasy Kindle navigationCarefully proofre...

The words that changed the course of history. United States Declaration of Independence, primarily drafted by Thomas Jefferson, is one of the most influential political documents ever written. Adopted on July 4, 1776, it boldly proclaimed the American colonies' independence and introduced ideals that continue to shape democracy worldwide. With its unforgettable assertion that "all men are created equal," this historic text defines the principles of liberty, natural rights, and government b...