In 'Notes on the State of Virginia', Thomas Jefferson presents a profound exploration of the political, social, and environmental landscape of 18th-century Virginia. This work delves into Jefferson's thoughts on government, rights, and human nature, making it a foundational text in American political philosophy. His keen observations on the natural environment and its resources reveal a deep connection between land and liberty. With eloquence and insight, Jefferson raises probing questions about slavery and education that resonate to this day. This seminal work is not just a historical document but a treasure trove of ideas that challenge and inspire modern readers.
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""The mass of mankind has not been the depositary of their own rights, but rather the moving cause of their oppression.""
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1832 edition. Excerpt: ...of these receive appeals from the county courts, ami also have original jurisdiction, where the subject of controversy is of the value of ten pounds sterling, or where it concerns the title or hounds of land. The jurisdiction of the admiralty is original altogether. The high court of chancery is composed of three judges, the general court of five, and the court of admiralty of three. The two first hold their sessions at Richmond at stated times, the chancery twice in the year, and the general court twice for business civil and criminal, and twice more for criminal only. The court of admiralty sits at Williamsburgh whenever controversy arises. There is one supreme court, called the court of appeals, composed of the judges of the three superior courts, assembling twice a year at stated times at Richmond. This court receives appeals in all civil cases from each of the superior courts, and determines them finally. But it has no original jurisdiction. If a controversy arise between two foreigners of a nation in alliance with the United States, it is decided by the Consul for their state, or, if both parties choose it, by the ordinary courts of justice. If one of the parties only be such a foreigner, it is triable before the courts of justice of the country. But if it shall have been instituted in a county court, the foreigner may remove it into the. general court, or court of chancery, wrio are to determine it at their first sessions, as they must also do if it be originally commenced before them. In cases of life and death, such foreigners have a right to be tried by a jury, the one half foreigners, the other natives. All public accounts are settled with a board of auditors, consisting of three members appointed by the general assembly, any...
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Notes on the State of Virginia
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Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) was a prominent American statesman, diplomat, and Founding Father who served as the third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809. He is best known for drafting the Declaration of Independence, a seminal document advocating for individual liberty and democratic ideals. Jefferson's notable works include 'Notes on the State of Virginia,' which offers insights into the natural resources and governance of Virginia, and 'The Federalist Papers,' co-authored with James Madison and Alexander Hamilton, which defended the proposed U.S. Constitution. His writing style is characterized by clarity, eloquence, and a strong philosophical underpinning, often reflecting Enlightenment ideals. In addition to his political contributions, Jefferson was also an accomplished architect and founder of the University of Virginia.
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