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Passionate Sage
The Character and Legacy of John Adams
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“Impassioned and erudite... A captivating portrait of this Massachusetts native as a wonderfully contrary genius possessed of an uncommon moral intelligence and farsighted political wisdom.”—Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times
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John Adams was unique among the nation's founders in leaving a record of his most intimate thoughts and feelings. Instinctively candid and politically incisive, Adams offers the clearest view of the ambitions and principles that drove the revolutionary generation. Passionate Sage offers a brilliant introduction to the second president: his politics, his affinities for family and friendship even with political opponents like Jefferson, and his enduring significance.
Ellis's palpable affection lends a pleasing glow to his profile of Adams, which is why Passionate Sage is his best book. – Judith Shulevitz, New York Times Book Review
Impassioned and erudite... A captivating portrait of this Massachusetts native as a wonderfully contrary genius possessed of an uncommon moral intelligence and farsighted political wisdom. – Michiko Kakutani, New York Times
The best portrait of a Revolutionary-era statesman. – Evan Thomas, Wall Street Journal
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Reviews praise Passionate Sage for its vivid and insightful portrayal of John Adams, described as both endearing and astute among the founding fathers. Joseph J. Ellis is commended for his skillful use of Adams's extensive correspondence to present an honest and revealing portrait of the man and his impact on the issues of his time, providing a compelling and affectionate narrative.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781324036159
Publisher: WW Norton & Co
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 15 November 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: WW Norton & Co
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 211.0mm
Weight: 280g
Pages: 368
About the Author
Joseph J. Ellis is the best-selling author of twelve previous books, including American Sphinx, which won the National Book Award, and Founding Brothers, which won the Pulitzer Prize. He lives in Amherst, Massachusetts, and Plymouth, Vermont.
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