The Jeffersonian Cyclopedia: A Comprehensive Collection of the Views of Thomas Jefferson (1900), edited by John P. Foley, is a monumental topical encyclopedia distilling Thomas Jefferson’s writings—letters, speeches, and public papers—into a systematic digest of his philosophies. Organized alphabetically (from “Agriculture” to “Writings”), this 1,000+ page reference captures Jefferson’s thoughts on democracy, education, religion, and slavery, offering a panoramic view of his intellectual legacy.
The 1900 Funk & Wagnalls first edition is a prized Americana relic, though later reprints exist. Essential for scholars navigating Jefferson’s contradictions—the Enlightenment idealist versus the slaveholding pragmatist.
