John Adams

This is history on a grand scale -- a book about politics and war and social issues, but also about human nature, love, ... (more)

This is history on a grand scale -- a book about politics and war and social issues, but also about human nature, love, religious faith, virtue, ambition, friendship and betrayal, and the far-reaching consequences of noble ideas. Above all, John Adams is an enthralling, often surprising story of one of the most important and fascinating Americans who ever lived. (less)

John Adams was the second president of the United States, but he was the first to move into the newly built White House.... (more)

John Adams was the second president of the United States, but he was the first to move into the newly built White House. What was it like living there? Young readers will find out as they read about his presidency, as well as his early life and important role in establishing the new country. (less)

Presents a biography portraying John Adams as a brilliant, fiercely independent Yankee patriot who spared nothing in his... (more)

Presents a biography portraying John Adams as a brilliant, fiercely independent Yankee patriot who spared nothing in his zeal for the American Revolution and then rose to become the second president of the United States. (less)

While our new nation was suffering attacks from both within and without, John Adams had a vision of a nation of liberty ... (more)

While our new nation was suffering attacks from both within and without, John Adams had a vision of a nation of liberty and justice for all. He guided his peers--General George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson--in setting the values and agenda for a glorious, free America. Adams and his wife Abigail refined these ambitious democratic ideals, and their partnership became one of the most moving love stories in American history. (less)