The Constitutional Principles of Thomas Jefferson

By C. Perry Patterson

Book Overview

The book ""The Constitutional Principles of Thomas Jefferson"" written by Caleb Perry Patterson is a comprehensive study of the political philosophy and constitutional principles of one of America's founding fathers, Thomas Jefferson. The author examines Jefferson's ideas on democracy, individual liberty, and limited government, and how these principles influenced the drafting of the US Constitution and the Bill of Rights. The book delves into Jefferson's beliefs about the separation of powers, federalism, and the importance of a written constitution. It also explores his views on slavery, the role of the judiciary, and the power of the executive branch. The author provides a detailed analysis of Jefferson's writings and speeches, as well as his correspondence with other prominent figures of the time, such as James Madison and John Adams. Through this book, readers gain a deeper understanding of Jefferson's political thought and how it shaped the American political system. The author presents a clear and concise account of Jefferson's ideas and their relevance to contemporary political debates. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, political philosophy, and the principles that underpin the US Constitution.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258097605
• ISBN13: 9781258097608
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"