Chronicles the life of founding father Thomas Jefferson, covering his early years in colonial Virginia, his writing of the Declaration of Independence, and his presidency.
Follows Jefferson's life, from his childhood through his post-presidential years, in a biography that draws lessons on leadership and the power of the written word.
the tumultuous election of 1800, America's first presidential campaign
Larson, Edward J
2007
Examines the presidential race of 1800 between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson and the campaign that pitted key players against one another and established the two-party system.
A biography of the third President, who was also creator of the Declaration of Independence. Includes Internet links to Web sites, source documents, and photographs related to Thomas Jefferson.