Jefferson's Declaration Of Independence: Origins, Philosophy And Theology Allen Jayne Law & Politics & Government

Author analyzes the ideology of the Declaration by going back to the sources of Jefferson's ideas. His conclusion is the Declaration must be read as an attack on two claims of absolute authority: that of government over its subjects and of religion over the minds of men. Jayne's book will contribute to the contentious, ongoing debate concerning Jefferson's intentions and sources when writing the Declaration of Independence. xiii, Notes, Bibliography, Indexes, 245 pp. CONDITION: Blue boards, silver foil title on spine; frontispiece. Lightly shaded upper page edge. Blue dust jacket, title on cover and spine. Short reviews on rear. Both like new. Full refund if not satisfied.