1743-1826

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1743-1826

Thomas Jefferson and the growing United States (1800-1811)

Discusses Thomas Jefferson's role in expanding the boundaries of the U.S. through the Louisiana Purchase, and looks at other key events that took place during his presidency, including the Lewis and Clark expedition and the Embargo Act.

Sally Hemings

a novel
1994
A fictional account of Thomas Jefferson and his slave mistress, Sally Hemings.

Thomas Jefferson

draftsman of a nation
2007
Presents a comprehensive biography of inventor, statesman, and third President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson, that examines his sometimes controversial personal and professional life in the context of eighteenth-century America.

Thomas Jefferson

great American
2006
Tells the life story of founding father Thomas Jefferson in graphic novel format, describing his youth in Virginia, his family life, the drafting of the Declaration of Independence, and his presidency.

Thomas Jefferson builds a library

2013
Looks at how Thomas Jefferson's love of books led to the creation of the Library of Congress.

The Declaration of Independence and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia

2002
Describes the life of founding father Thomas Jefferson, including the writing of the Declaration of Independence and his work as the governor of Virginia and the president of the United States.

Monticello

1988
Describes the planning, construction, and occupancy of Thomas Jefferson's dream home.

Thomas Jefferson

life, liberty and the pursuit of everything
2014
Text and colorful illustrations shed light on the life and interests of Thomas Jefferson.

Thomas Jefferson

father of our democracy
1987
An account of Jefferson's life highlighting his many accomplishments as governor, architect, gardener, inventor, and President.

Thomas Jefferson

the art of power
2012
Presents a biography of Thomas Jefferson that illuminates Jefferson's roles as a family man, politician, and president. Discusses how Jefferson's understanding of power and human nature allowed him to develop powerful new ideas and find the will to succeed and win. Includes full-color and black-and-white illustrations.

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