The True Thomas Jefferson

The True Thomas Jefferson by William Eleroy Curtis is a comprehensive biography of one of America's most celebrated Founding Fathers, Thomas Jefferson. The book delves into Jefferson's personal and political life, exploring his childhood, education, family, and relationships. It also examines his role in the American Revolution, his time as the third President of the United States, and his contributions to the drafting of the Declaration of Independence.Curtis provides a detailed analysis of Jefferson's political philosophy and his vision for America, including his ideas on democracy, individual rights, and the separation of church and state. The book also explores Jefferson's views on slavery and race, as well as his complicated relationship with Sally Hemings, one of his slaves.Throughout the book, Curtis draws on a wide range of primary sources, including Jefferson's own writings, letters, and speeches, as well as accounts from his contemporaries. The True Thomas Jefferson offers a nuanced and detailed portrait of this complex and influential figure in American history, shedding light on both his achievements and his flaws.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.