Thomas Jefferson: Man on a Mountain
No. of pages 274
Published: 1997
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"Thomas Jefferson: Man on a Mountain" by Natalie S. Bober presents a vivid portrayal of the life of one of America's founding fathers. The biography delves into Jefferson's multifaceted personality and his complex legacy as a statesman, philosopher, and slave owner. Set against the backdrop of the American Revolution, the narrative explores his ideals of liberty and government, his passion for learning, and his love for Monticello, the estate he designed. Through rich storytelling, Bober captures the essence of Jefferson's influence on the nation and the personal struggles that shaped his character, illuminating the contradictions of his life and beliefs. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 12 years.
There are 274 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 1997 by Simon Pulse .
Natalie S. Bober is the author of numerous books of history for young adult readers, including Countdown to Independence: A Revolution of Ideas in England and Her American Colonies 1760-1776 and Abigail Adams: Witness to a Revolution.