The words of Thomas Jefferson

Summary:

"While Thomas Jefferson is best known as a president of the United States, a closer look at his life reveals a long list of accomplishments, including being the primary author of the Declaration of Independence, the founder of the University of Virginia, and the architect of Monticello. This in-depth and accessible biography uses his documents and private letters as primary sources to produce a complete picture of the man and his impact on the country's origins. Historical images, thought-provoking sidebars, and fascinating fact boxes add to the text's appeal"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

A Father of a Nation
Early Life
Jefferson Begins His Political Life
Rising Tensions
A Declaration of Independence
A Return to Virginia
Articles of Confederation
The Federal Constitution
The Rise of American Political Parties
The University of Virginia.

Item details

ISBN: 9781642827118
ISBN: 1642827096
ISBN: 9781642827095
ISBN: 164282710X
ISBN: 9781642827101
Physical Description: 32 pages ; 24 cm.
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Publisher: New York : PowerKids Press, [2024]

Contents / Notes

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	A Father of a Nation Early Life Jefferson Begins His Political Life Rising Tensions A Declaration of Independence A Return to Virginia Articles of Confederation The Federal Constitution The Rise of American Political Parties The University of Virginia.
Target Audience Note:	Grades 4-6 PowerKids Press.