Thomas Jefferson

About the Book

Thomas Jefferson describes the life of a man who, for more than a century, made himself a central figure in American history as a politician, statesman, scientist, philosopher and architect.

This biographical work covers his political career, starting with Jefferson's participation in the American Revolution, and extending to his service as Secretary of State,Vice-president and third President of the United States (1801-1909).

About the Author

Charles Patterson is a graduate of Amherst College and Columbia University (Ph.D.). He is the award-winning author of a diverse selection of titles, including Anti-Semitism: The Road to the Holocaust and Beyond, Marian Anderson, Thomas Jefferson, and Animal Rights. Patterson is a member of the Authors Guild, PEN and the National Writers Union. He lives in New York City.