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One document. Five visionaries. A revolution that changed the world. The Declaration of Independence is more than a historical artifact—it is the moral and political foundation of the United States. Drafted in 1776 and adopted by the Continental Congress, this timeless statement of liberty, authored primarily by Thomas Jefferson and supported by fellow Founding Fathers including George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and James Madison, proclaimed the birth of a new nation based on the unalienable rights of man.
This carefully curated edition features not only the full original text, but also:
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The complete Declaration of Independence (1776)
Biographical notes on Jefferson, Washington, Franklin, Adams, and Madison
Historical context and commentary on the drafting and adoption process
A look at the philosophical influences behind the document (Locke, Enlightenment, Natural Law)
The impact and legacy of the Declaration on global democracy
Perfect for students, history enthusiasts, and patriots alike, this edition celebrates the courage, clarity, and conviction of America's founding thinkers.
"We hold these truths to be self-evident…" — The Declaration of Independence "The document that gave birth to the American experiment." — Smithsonian Magazine "Still powerful, still revolutionary." — Goodreads Reviewer
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