Thomas Jefferson
3rd US President & Declaration Author
Thomas Jefferson was a Founding Father, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, and the third President of the United States. A polymath with vast interests, he doubled the nation's size with the Louisiana Purchase and founded the University of Virginia. His personal library of over…
2 books authored
Notes on the State of Virginia
Originally written in 1781 as a response to inquiries from a French diplomat, this is the only full-length book published by Thomas Jefferson during his lifetime. It serves as a comprehensive survey of Virginia's geography, natural history, and resources, while articulating Jefferson's philosophical views on government, religion, and the institution of slavery. The text reflects Enlightenment ideals and provides insight into the intellectual foundations of the early American republic.
The Jefferson Bible: The Life and Morals of Jesus of Nazareth
Extracted Textually from the Gospels in Greek, Latin, French & English
A unique compilation created by Thomas Jefferson, who used a razor and glue to extract the moral teachings of Jesus from the New Testament. This version intentionally omits all miracles and supernatural events to focus on ethical philosophy. It reflects Jefferson's commitment to Enlightenment rationalism and his personal religious views.