Scientific Jefferson revealed /
Clagett, Martin Richard.
Charlottesville, Va. : Distributed by the University of Virginia Press,
c2009.
Study of Thomas Jefferson as a scientist, including the various branches of science he studied and to which he made lasting contributions.  Also examines how science shaped his views on the politics, religion, economics, and social developments in his own country.
"Office of the President, University of Virginia"--Book jacket.
Study of Thomas Jefferson as a scientist, including the various branches of science he studied and to which he made lasting contributions.  Also examines how science shaped his views on the politics, religion, economics, and social developments in his own country.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 119-127) and index.
ch. 1. Agriculture -- ch. 2. Archaeology, anthropology, ethnology, and comparative linguistics -- ch. 3. Paleontology -- ch. 4. Social architecture and public health -- ch. 5. Jefferson the scientific spymaster -- Conclusion -- Appendices : -- 1. Jefferson's library -- 2. Scientific correspondents -- 3. Scientific equipment -- 4. Scientific honors -- 5. Scientific writings.
Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
Scientists
Naturalists
Science
Science