Adams, John
1735-1826Books
- Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolutionwith a Memoir of Mrs. Adams
- Novanglus, and Massachusettensis or, Political Essays, Published in the Years 1774 and 1775, on the Principal Points of Controversy, between Great Britain and Her Colonies
- State of the Union Addresses
- The Art of Story-Telling
- Kingless Folk, and Other Addresses on Bible Animals
About the author
John Adams (1735–1826) was a prominent American statesman, diplomat, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. As the second president of the United States, he played a crucial role in shaping the early years of the nation. A passionate advocate for independence, Adams was instrumental in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence and later in negotiating the Treaty of Paris, which ended the American Revolutionary War.
Before his presidency, Adams served as a key figure in the Continental Congress and as a diplomat in Europe. His thoughts on governance, liberty, and the rule of law were foundational in the creation of the United States Constitution and the country's early political philosophy. In addition to his political career, Adams was also a prolific writer and thinker, publishing numerous essays and letters on topics of government, law, and morality.
His political legacy is marked by his advocacy for a strong central government, a commitment to justice, and an unwavering belief in the importance of public virtue. John Adams' contributions to the formation of the United States remain deeply influential in the history of American democracy.