Chapters of Erie, and other essays

Charles Francis Adams Jr. was a historian who brought us the Familiar letters of John Adams and his wife Abigail Adams, during the revolution. This essential collection offers readers a direct look into the personal correspondence of two key figures of the American Revolution. It's a foundational text for understanding the era.

Henry Adams is the editor behind The Britannica Library of Great American Writing - Volume II. He's a keen observer of American literature.