Extract from Thomas Jefferson to Peter Carr Paris Aug. 10. 1787. 3. Moral philosophy. ... read good books because they will encourage as well as direct your feelings. PrC (DLC). Published in PTJ, 12:14–19. Supreme Print AuthorThomas JeffersonRecipientPeter CarrDate Range1771 - 1790DateAugust 10, 1787CollectionQuotes by and about Thomas JeffersonRepositoryLibrary of Congress, Washington DC (DLC)Quote CategoryConduct