John Quincy Adams

by Debbie Levy

Traces the life and accomplishments of the sixth president of the United States, discussing his policies, anti-slavery view, and life after his presidency.

Library Binding

First published December 31, 2005

About the author

Debbie Levy is the author of more than thirty books for young people, including the New York Times bestselling I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark; A Dangerous Idea: The Scopes Trial, the Original Fight Over Science in Schools; This Promise of Change (with Jo Ann Boyce); The Year of Goodbyes; and Becoming RBG. Debbie is the recipient of a Boston Globe-Horn Book Award, Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Honor, Sydney Taylor Award, and the National Jewish Book Award, among other honors. Before she started writing books for young people, she worked as a newspaper editor and a lawyer.

Reviews

[Dionne · Rating 5 out of 5]

"This man who knew and worked with the Founding Fathers had done what they never did: he publicly criticized slavery and stood up for freedom for all. His passionate opposition to slavery capped an extraordinary public life, showing the strength of his convictions and the depth of his love for his country."

"Some historians rank him as the most outstanding diplomat and secretary of state in U.S. history."

John Quincy Adams was an extraordinary man. He experienced personal troubles in his life, and his years as president weren't outstanding. Yet, when you look at his life as a whole, he accomplished a lot.

I love the books in this presidential series, because, while they are short, I still learn a lot.