Nonfiction / Biography / History
Date Published: 2-1-22
Publisher: Palmetto Publishing / Blackstone Publishing
A fascinating biography of Thomas Jefferson that presents an entirely new and provocative look at the final years of his life, as seen through the eyes of his most trusted family confidants. A powerful profile based on fresh research and unpublished memoirs.
What was your main drive to write this book?
My main drive and focus was to present an
historically accurate portrait of Thomas Jefferson and his immediate family.
What do you hope readers will learn by reading this book?
I hope readers will have a different portrait
of Thomas Jefferson, the intimate family man with his surrounding and loving
family in his twilight years.
Did you do much research when planning this book?
I did extensive research on Thomas Jefferson,
his family papers and letters including to his two adult grandchildren, Thomas
Jefferson Randolph and Ellen Coolidge, who take care of him through his
turbulent last years.
Did you have any main people who helped you in the process
of this book or influenced you to write it?
Yes, I was influenced and sought the
mentorship and expertise of a Jefferson scholar, Dr. Ken Wallenborn who was a
guide at Monticello and served on the committee to investigate the DNA report
of Thomas Jefferson and his alleged slave in 1998.
How long did this book take you to write from initial
thought to hitting publish?
It took approximately 2 years from start to
finish, for the research and writing and completion of the book
Do you have plans to write more about this topic or new
topics?
I think
this may be my last Jefferson book since I have written four on the Jefferson
family, but may have an idea for one more.
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