This book is a collection of 107 fundamental quotes and aphorisms of John Adams:

"I am determined to control events, not be controlled by them."

"There are two ways to conquer and enslave a country. One is by the sword. The other is by debt."

"The government of the United States is not, in any sense, founded on the Christian religion."

"Always stand on principle....even if you stand alone."

"The foundations of national morality must be laid in private families."

"Ideology is the science of idiots."

"The happiness of society is the end of government."

"Power must never be trusted without a check."