Framing a Legend: Exposing the Distorted History of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings

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M. Andrew Holowchak M Andrew Holowchak (Ohio University)

Framing a Legend

Exposing the Distorted History of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings

M. Andrew Holowchak, M Andrew Holowchak (Ohio University)

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English

Prometheus
01 June 2013

History; Historiography; History of the Americas

This title is a penetrating and controversial critical reappraisal of historical and DNA evidence surrounding Thomas Jefferson's relationship with Sally Hemings. It is accepted by most scholars that Thomas Jefferson had an affair with his slave Sally Hemings, and fathered at least one of her children. This conclusion is based upon a 1998 DNA study and the work of historian Annette Gordon-Reed. Framing a Legend argues compellingly that the DNA evidence is inconclusive and that there are remarkable flaws in the historical scholarship which purports to show such a liaison. This thoroughly researched volume brings a penetrating critical perspective to the question of Jefferson's paternity and will make Jefferson scholar's everywhere rethink recent conventional wisdom.

By: M. Andrew Holowchak, M Andrew Holowchak (Ohio University)
Imprint: Prometheus
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 454g
ISBN: 9781616147297
ISBN 10: 1616147296
Pages: 276
Publication Date: 01 June 2013
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: No Longer Our Product

M. Andrew Holowchak is assistant professor of philosophy at Rider University, New Jersey.

Reviews for Framing a Legend: Exposing the Distorted History of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings

Framing a Legend will be regarded as a monumental work in American history. It is brilliant, illuminating, and refreshing. Dr. Holowchak meticulously illustrates serious flaws in the 'immorality of agenda-driven scholarship' of popular scholars. This well-written volume is a must-read for all lovers of history. --Cynthia Burton, author of Jefferson Vindicated A superb work that demonstrates its argument beyond question and, along the way, should mortify defenders of the Jefferson-Hemings thesis for their slipshod and even dishonest work. --Forrest McDonald, distinguished professor of history emeritus, University of Alabama