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Memoirs Of John Quincy Adams

- Comprising Portions Of His Diary From 1795 To 1848

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Memoirs of John Quincy Adams is a book that comprises portions of the diary of John Quincy Adams, the sixth President of the United States. The diary covers a period from 1795 to 1848, providing a unique glimpse into the life and thoughts of one of the most prominent figures in American history.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different period in Adams' life. The first section covers his early years as a diplomat in Europe, where he served as the US Minister to the Netherlands, Prussia, and Russia. The second section covers his time as a US Senator, followed by his tenure as Secretary of State under President James Monroe.The third section covers Adams' presidency, which was marked by his efforts to modernize the country and expand its borders. The fourth section covers his post-presidential years, during which he served as a Congressman from Massachusetts.Throughout the book, Adams provides insights into his personal life, including his relationships with his family, his political beliefs, and his views on various issues of the day. He also offers his thoughts on some of the most important events in American history, including the War of 1812 and the Missouri Compromise.Overall, Memoirs of John Quincy Adams is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history or the life of one of its most influential figures. It provides a firsthand account of the events that shaped the early years of the United States, as well as a glimpse into the mind of a man who played a key role in that history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163127827
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 564
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x29 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 744 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 10. december 2024
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Memoirs of John Quincy Adams is a book that comprises portions of the diary of John Quincy Adams, the sixth President of the United States. The diary covers a period from 1795 to 1848, providing a unique glimpse into the life and thoughts of one of the most prominent figures in American history.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different period in Adams' life. The first section covers his early years as a diplomat in Europe, where he served as the US Minister to the Netherlands, Prussia, and Russia. The second section covers his time as a US Senator, followed by his tenure as Secretary of State under President James Monroe.The third section covers Adams' presidency, which was marked by his efforts to modernize the country and expand its borders. The fourth section covers his post-presidential years, during which he served as a Congressman from Massachusetts.Throughout the book, Adams provides insights into his personal life, including his relationships with his family, his political beliefs, and his views on various issues of the day. He also offers his thoughts on some of the most important events in American history, including the War of 1812 and the Missouri Compromise.Overall, Memoirs of John Quincy Adams is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history or the life of one of its most influential figures. It provides a firsthand account of the events that shaped the early years of the United States, as well as a glimpse into the mind of a man who played a key role in that history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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