The Founding of Thomas Jefferson's University. Established in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson, the University of Virginia was known as "The University" throughout the South for most of the nineteenth century, and today it stands as one of the premier universities in the world. This volume provides an in-depth look at the founding of the University and, in the process, develops new and important insights into Jefferson's contributions as well as into the impact of the University on the history of higher education. The contributors... - The Founding of Thomas Jefferson's University.
Founding Gardeners. From the author of the acclaimed The Brother Gardeners, a fascinating look at the founding fathers from the unique and intimate perspective of their lives as gardeners, plantsmen, and farmers. For the founding gardeners, garde... - Founding Gardeners.
Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jon Meacham gives us a complete vision of Thomas Jefferson the man, from birth to his last days - through the Revolutionary War and his years as President. We see the Founding Father who steered the states to natio... - Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power.
Thomas Jefferson's Writings. The best one-volume collection of Jefferson's writings includes his autobiography, his Notes on the State of Virginia, and letters to political allies, scientific colleagues, and friends. Edited by Merrill D. Peterson. Hardbou... - Thomas Jefferson's Writings.
Thomas Jefferson by R. B. Bernstein. In Thomas Jefferson, author R. B. Bernstein offers the definitive short biography of this revered American. Included are all of Jefferson's triumphs, contradictions, and failings, from his luxurious (and debt-burdened) life as... - Thomas Jefferson by R. B. Bernstein.
Thomas Jefferson: A Day at Monticello. In this fascinating story by Elizabeth V. Chew, former curator at Monticello, readers age 8 to 12 spend a day with Thomas Jefferson as he and his grandson tour Monticello. Learn about Jefferson, the gadgets and household items he re... - Thomas Jefferson: A Day at Monticello.
Thomas Jefferson's Architectural Drawings. Architecture first captured Thomas Jefferson?'s imagination while he was a student in Williamsburg, when he bought his first architectural book from an old cabinetmaker. "Architecture is my delight, ?"" he was quoted as saying in later ye... - Thomas Jefferson's Architectural Drawings.