Memoirs of John Quincy Adams ─ The Life of America 6th President

John Quincy Adams is regarded as one of the greatest diplomats and secretaries of state in U.S. history. He shaped America's foreign policy in line with his nationalist leanings, modernized the U.S. economy, was a strong opponent of slavery, and involved himself with many international treaties.

These memoirs, distilled from a wealth of material that includes private and public papers, are edited by his son Charles Francis Adams. They provide an unrivalled window on events during the presidency, casting light on the motivation behind his actions. The complete set is now very rare and this edition, with a new introduction by a leading contemporary scholar, will be welcomed all those with an interest in U.S. political and constitutional history, U.S. foreign policy, slavery, and in John Quincy Adams and his times.

Charles Francis Adams, the son of John Quincy Adams, was a politician and diplomat. He was U.S. Ambassador to Britain under Abraham Lincoln during the years of the American Civil War. He became one of the outstanding historical editors of his era. John Quincy Adams was the sixth President of the United States. He held office during the years 1825-1829.