First published in 1959, The Autobiography of James Monroe collects the compelling fragments of Monroe s unfinished autobiography, written after his retirement from the presidency. The memoirs trace his boyhood, education, and experiences during his long service as a public servant before becoming president.
Monroe vividly recalls his military experience in the Revolution, his law studies
at the College of William and Mary, and his service as aide to Governor Thomas Jefferson of Virginia. From the early days of his political career, Monroe writes with passion about his...