{"product_id":"thomas-jefferson","title":"Thomas Jefferson","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn her sixth presidential biography for National Geographic  Cheryl Harness illuminates the many sides of Thomas Jefferson: scientist  lawyer  farmer  architect  diplomat  inventor  musician  philosopher  author of the Declaration of Independence  founder of the University of Virginia  and third president of the United States. Readers meet this extraordinary man of contradictions: a genius who proclaimed that \"All men are created equal\" and championed the rights of \"Life  Liberty  and the Pursuit of Happiness \" while at the same time living a life that depended on the enforced labor of slaves.  Readers experience an eventful life lived largely in public service  yet also enjoy the personal warmth of this fascinating historical figure. The narrative examines the crucial role that the \"sage of Monticello\" played in shaping the ideals of freedom and self-government  which became the cornerstones of American democracy. The authors conversational storytelling  her richly detailed illustrations  and use of period maps bring to life the exciting times of Thomas Jefferson on every page. This appealing and insightful biography is an honest  well-balanced portrait of a complex and controversial American legend.  National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org\/commoncore for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44966517112885,"sku":"ByrdShop_0792264967","price":27.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780792264965.jpg?v=1770566298","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/thomas-jefferson","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}