Adams, John, 1735-1826

The Resource Adams, John, 1735-1826

Description: The writings of John Adams, second president of the United States, offer a window into both the founding of the Republic and day-to-day life in early America. While his letters to Thomas Jefferson, with whom he shared a tempestuous relationship, display tenacity and fervent thoughts on government, philosophy, and religion, his missives to wife Abigail address many of the same topics, but also display affection, concern about personal and national matters, and insight into subjects as varied as cuisine, sickness, and women's rights. Start with: My Dearest Friend: Letters of Abigail and John Adams

Description: The writings of John Adams, second president of the United States, offer a window into both the founding of the Republic and day-to-day life in early America. While his letters to Thomas Jefferson, with whom he shared a tempestuous relationship, display tenacity and fervent thoughts on government, philosophy, and religion, his missives to wife Abigail address many of the same topics, but also display affection, concern about personal and national matters, and insight into subjects as varied as cuisine, sickness, and women's rights. Start with: My Dearest Friend: Letters of Abigail and John Adams