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Hecht, Marie B : John Quincy Adams: A Personal History of an Independent Man

The Macmillan Company, New York, 1972

[1972] First Printing hardcover and dustjacket. Blue/brown binding, gilt lettering and design on spine (backstrip), historical photo plates, 682 pages. Out of print title, publisher no longer printing. Condition of binding: Light age toning, wear, else overall Very Good Plus. Free of tears and cracks to binding. Free of stickers, bookplates, writing in text, and page tears. Text is clear, readable. Photos sharp, vivid. Dustjacket: Price intact on flap. Creases, chips, short open tears at extremities, shelf wear. Light liquid stain on back panel and flap, else overall Fair. Protected in Mylar cover. This well-researched, historical book gives a full account of Adam's public life as foreign diplomat during the Washington and Adams administrations, Secretary of State under Monroe, partyless President, and Massachusetts Congressman. The author also addresses Adam's personal life (his relationship with his father and his charming and witty mother, his wife, his four children, etc.), thereby humanizing the sixth President and dispelling the myth that he was simply "a chip off the old iceberg." "A fiery, engrossingly story," according to The New York Times. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly.. Book Condition: Very Good. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fair

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