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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.

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John Admas finally gets the respect/acknowledgement he deserves	Customer Rating:
I took this book with me to Miami in April and finished it there, as I was completely captivated by John's story/life. If you enjoy history, and in particular American history, you will not be disappointed. I worry for our country, because the leadership, the values, the work ethic and pride of country in our leaders and citizen's do not compare to those of John Adam's day.

Best History Book I Ever Read!

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I love American History around the time of the Revolution and the early American Republic. This book is great; you can feel like your back in-time along with John Adams and the others experiencing what they went through. Very imformative; there is a TON of stuff here you never read in your high school or college US History class and it is all genuinely interesting, for instance, the not so noble mud throwing and scheming that went on amoung the men of the early US. Not to mention how divergent these men's views were on how the United Stares should be setup and run. I saw the HBO series before I read this, which seems to me only had 10% or less of the info thats in the book. I cant belive i didn't read this sooner, for I was ignorant of the author David McCullough and how good his book "John Adams" is. And to think I lived in Massachusetts until very recently ago and could have easily went to see the Adams residence and tombs in Quincy, MA. What a fool I am! Anyways, if you like American history, you should love this book.

I HAVE NEVER RECEIVED THIS BOOK!!!!!!!	Customer Rating:
I have sent 2 e-mails to this seller and have NEVER received an answer or the book. I HATE to give bad reviews and have in the past worked with sellers and avoided many problems, but with this seller it is not working, either my book, or my money back!!!!!

A Must Read	Customer Rating:
McCullough does not disappoint. I couldn't put this book down. Especially touching was Adams' close relationship with his wife Abigail. McCullough draws you in and transports you there. He details the excitement of the times and the struggles of the men trying to form a new country. It's an amazing account that will leave you wanting more!

A Great Story With Real Insights

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In the past I have considered studying our history more but, I had a taste of high school and the university in my mouth even after almost 40 years. I am now inspired by this exciting and insightful story to read more history. I realize how much more I have to learn to fully appreciate what we, the citizens of the United States, have had handed down to us. As a nation, we take so much for grated we are at risk of losing it. "Those who do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it." I should know who said that but....I'll have to lookit up.