The Papers of Thomas Jefferson: Retirement Series: Volume 10: 1 May 1816 to 18 January 1817

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By J. Jefferson Looney *83

Published Jan. 21, 2016

(Princeton University Press) The Retirement Series within The Papers of Thomas Jefferson covers the period between 1809 and 1826. In the 10th volume of the series, readers get an insider’s look at Jefferson’s thoughts on topics as wide-ranging as the presidential transition from James Madison to James Monroe, a forthcoming biography of Patrick Henry, and Jesus’ life and teachings. Looney is editor and historian at the Thomas Jefferson Foundation.

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