A collection of letters between Abigail and John Adams written from 1762 to 1801 covering topics of revolution, independence, and nation building, along with those that reflect their love for one another.

Includes index.

Love sweetens life, October 1762-July 1774 -- The decisive day is come, August 1774-December 1775 -- We are determined to foment a rebelion, January-October 1776 -- Kind providence has preserved to me a life, January-November 1777 -- I cast my thoughts across the Atlantick, February 1778-April 1782 -- A signal tryumph, July 1782-March 1788 -- The most insignificant office, December 1788-January 1794 -- This whirligig of a world, February 1794-December 1795 -- I am heir apparent, January 1796-January 1797 -- The chief majestracy of a nation, February 1797-February 1801 -- Epilogue: The death of Abigail -- Chronology.