Chronicles the life of America's second president, including his youth, his career as a Massachusetts farmer and lawyer, his marriage to Abigail, his rivalry with Thomas Jefferson, and his influence on the birth of the United States. A biography of the extraordinary man who became the second president of the United States, this book traces John Adams' adventurous life and spirited rivalry with Thomas Jefferson, and encompasses both the American Revolution and the birth of the young republic. Part I: Revolution The Road to Philadelphia 17(61) True Blue 78(47) Colossus of Independence 125(42) Part II: Distant Shores Appointment to France 167(61) Unalterably Determined 228(59) Abigail in Paris 287(46) London 333(56) Part III: Independence Forever Heir Apparent 389(78) Old Oak 467(48) Statesman 515(53) Rejoice Ever More 568(47) Journey's End 615(38) Acknowledgments 653(4) Source Notes 657(46) Bibliography 703(24) Index 727