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Passionate Sage: John Adams

Mr. Ellis discussed the research behind his book, Passionate Sage: The Character and Legacy of John Adams, published by W.W. Norton and Company.… read more

Mr. Ellis discussed the research behind his book, Passionate Sage: The Character and Legacy of John Adams, published by W.W. Norton and Company. Joseph Ellis describes President John Adams as the most under appreciated man in American history. He spoke on his revelations about the nature of the nation’s second president unearthed by his study of President Adams' writings and the writings of others, including Adams' interactions with other Founding Fathers in the later years, calling special attention to the retirement years of the former president. close

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Sep 05, 1993 | 8:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Jul 23, 2005 | 7:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 2

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  • Sep 05, 1993 | 8:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Sep 05, 1993 | 11:09pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Sep 06, 1993 | 7:00am EDT | C-SPAN 1
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