Jefferson's Sons
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Book Overview
This story of Thomas Jefferson's children by one of his slaves, Sally Hemings, tells a darker piece of America's history from an often unseen perspective-that of three of Jefferson's slaves-including two of his own children. As each child grows up and tells his story, the contradiction between slavery and freedom becomes starker, calliing into question the real meaning of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This poignant story sheds light on what life was like as one of Jefferson's invisible offspring.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0142421847
ISBN13:9780142421840
Release Date:January 2013
Publisher:Puffin Books
Length:360 Pages
Weight:0.68 lbs.
Dimensions:1.0" x 5.0" x 7.7"
Age Range:8 to 12 years
Grade Range:Grades 3 to 7
Customer Reviews
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Excellent story of Jefferson
Published by SFMcCalla , 2 years ago
I purchased this not realizing it was a YA/teen book. However, it drew me in from page 1. The story is told from the viewpoints of the Hemings children, and paints a vivid picture of what life was like for them. Outstanding.
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