The quality of the American character, the structure of American society, and the meaning of Americaâs historical experience all had important implications for John Adamsâ political thought. Professor Howe explores the relationships that developed between the satisfactions of Adamâs life and Adamsâ outlook on American society. He concludes that as Adamsâ understanding of the American character and its values changed, so did his evaluation of American society and its political problems.
Originally published in 1966.
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