A simple introduction to the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, including its history, designer, construction, location, and importance as a symbol of the United States.
In Philadelphia in 1776, Ned meets Thomas Jefferson, who is staying in his mother's inn while debating the topic of freedom in Congress and writing the Declaration of Independence.
Presents a brief biography of American patriot and president, Thomas Jefferson, and chronicles his life, education, and his career as a public servant.
A fictionalized look at the last twenty years of Thomas Jefferson's life at Monticello through the eyes of three of his slaves, two of whom were his sons by his slave, Sally Hemings.
Traces the life of the Virginia politician, American diplomat, and United States president and examines the domestic and foreign issues dominating his career.
the origin and influence of America's founding document : featuring the Albert H. Small Declaration of Independence Collection
Dupont, Christian Yves
2008
Contains essays from David Armitage, Pauline Maier, Robert M. S. McDonald, and Robert G. Parkinson on the Declaration of Independence and features biographical information on the Declaration signers and illustrations from the collection at the University of Virginia.
A biography of the versatile American known for his accomplishments as inventor, architect, musician, diplomat, scientific farmer, political philosopher, author of the Declaration of Independence, and President of the United States.
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.
