The Jeffersons at Shadwell (The Lamar Series in Western History)

The Shadwell Home of Thomas Jefferson - A Fascinating Look into the Formative Years of a Founding Father! Experience the captivating story of Thomas Jefferson's boyhood home, Shadwell, and gain new insights into his formative years.

Historian Susan Kern's groundbreaking study reveals the intriguing details of this well-appointed gentry house located at the center of a substantial plantation in present-day Albemarle County, Virginia.

Discover how Jefferson's parents, Jane and Peter, cultivated a learned and cultured household, while Peter oversaw a thriving plantation with over sixty slaves.

Uncover the secrets of Shadwell and its impact on Jefferson's later years at Monticello.

This comprehensive and engaging book is sure to become the standard work on Jefferson's early years!