A Passion for Nature. Thomas Jefferson once wrote to a friend that politics was his "duty" but natural history was his "passion." As this book shows, he was always a man for whom nature was important. With his devotion to detailed knowledge, precise calculatio... - A Passion for Nature.
Dining at Monticello. An inviting view of the renowned hospitality offered at Thomas Jefferson's table. Ten essays discuss topics such as the groceries and wine imported from Europe, the recent kitchen restoration and the African Americans who participated in Montic... - Dining at Monticello.
Jefferson's West: A Journey with Lewis and Clark. James P. Ronda, H.G. Barnard Professor in Western History at the University of Tulsa, retells this compelling part of the American story by contrasting the expectations of Thomas Jefferson had for the expedition with what Captains Clark a... - Jefferson's West: A Journey with Lewis and Clark.
Jefferson's World DVD. A home DVD version of the visually rich Thomas Jefferson film shown in Monticello's Visitor Center. This powerful movie explains how Monticello was of central importance to Jefferson's life and his world-changing ideas. Run time is 15 minutes.... - Jefferson's World DVD.
Monticello in Measured Drawings. Take an architectural tour of Monticello through 28 superb measured drawings created by the Historic American buildings Survey in 1990. The drawings are annotated by William L. Beiswanger, Monticello's former Director of Restoration, who ... - Monticello in Measured Drawings.
The Louisiana Purchase. In 1803 President Thomas Jefferson charged James Monroe and Robert Livingston with the task of negotiating with the French to keep an American port open at the mouth of the Mississippi River. On the two-hundredth anniversary of the signing of the Lou... - The Louisiana Purchase.
The Papers of Thomas Jefferson: Retirement Series Volume 20. During the period covered by the 575 documents in this volume, Jefferson advises President James Monroe on what later becomes known as the "Monroe Doctrine." He also approves of the Greek independence movement in correspondence with the scholar... - The Papers of Thomas Jefferson: Retirement Series Volume 20.
The Words of Thomas Jefferson. More than any other Founding Father, Thomas Jefferson was known for the brilliance of his writing. This fine, leather-bound volume transcribes one quotation per page on a variety of subjects. Sure to impress any history buff, marble... - The Words of Thomas Jefferson.
Thomas Jefferson's Garden Book. Thomas Jefferson's Garden Book is a compilation of Jefferson's own horticultural diary, along with many of his letters, drawings, and memoranda relating to his gardens at Monticello and Poplar Forest. Compiled and annotated by the l... - Thomas Jefferson's Garden Book.
Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. Thomas Jefferson's Monticello is a collection of essays and color photography showcasing this extraordinary American home. Featuring essays written by scholars at Monticello, chapters focus on all aspects of the house and plantation. An introdu... - Thomas Jefferson's Monticello.