Walter Isaacson, a celebrated biographer and professor at Tulane University, published 
The Greatest Sentence Ever Written in late 2025 to mark America’s 250th anniversary. This concise, 80-page study provides a word-by-word analysis of the second sentence of the Declaration of Independence, beginning with the iconic phrase: "We hold these truths to be self-evident". Isaacson explores the radical Enlightenment concepts behind these words, detailing the collaborative editing process involving Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams. He argues that this single sentence serves as America’s fundamental mission statement, establishing the ideals of equality and unalienable rights that define the American Dream. Ultimately, the book encourages readers to use these shared values as a tool for restoring political stability and finding common ground in a polarized era.

New York: Simon and Schuster, 2025. 2nd edition. 67 pages. Hardcover book with dustjacket. Both the book and dustjacket are in FINE condition with no signs of damage whatsoever.