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Thomas Jefferson
The Revolution of Ideas
By Bernstein, Richard J.
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-19514-368-3
- Publisher
- Oxford ; Oxford University Press, c2004.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on September 1, 2004
Gr 9-Up An honest look at Jefferson's life, accomplishments, and inconsistencies. Bernstein does not gloss over his subject's flaws and the controversies that surrounded him. The contradictions between Jefferson's beliefs and his behavior, while exposing his human side, are not used to denigrate him or to diminish his accomplishments. Obvious controversies, such as his owning slaves in spite of his writings, his relationship with Sally Hemings, his conflicts with George Washington and Alexander Hamilton, and his volatile f...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
