Thomas Jefferson

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Summary: A Good First Start
Review: This Ken Burns film is a good introduction to Thomas Jefferson. It is a remarkable overview of one of the most controversial figures in American history, touching on most of the well known discussions about him, such as, what heretofore were thought to be Sphinx-like, enigmatic characteristics. As this was made several years ago, however, you need to be bring yourself up to date. For example, on the Sally Hemings issue, DNA first was pitched by some as evidence that Jefferson fathered Hemings' children, but currently, it has actually served as proof that he almost certainly did not father Hemings' children. And on Jefferson's enigmatic, Sphinx-like characteristics, a new work by a previously unknown author/researcher by the name of Norman Thomas Remick titled "West Point: Character Leadership Education, A Book Developed From The Readings And Writings Of Thomas Jefferson" is a completely unique approach to understanding Thomas Jefferson that dispels the prior alleged "enigma" and brings Thomas Jefferson into clear focus. It's a must read after watching Ken Burns' wonderful DVD for all who are interested in Jefferson and what it is to be an American.

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Summary: Fascinating look into the birth of our nation!
Review: What an interesting and complex man Jefferson was! My husband and I loved this documentary. It really gave us insight into the beginnings of the US. Watch it!

Rating:
Summary: Fascinating look into the birth of our nation!
Review: What an interesting and complex man Jefferson was! My husband and I loved this documentary. It really gave us insight into the beginnings of the US. Watch it!