Bibliograph

Becoming Jefferson, my life as a Founding Father, by Bill Barker

Type

Label

Becoming Jefferson, my life as a Founding Father, by Bill Barker

Language

eng

resource.biographical

autobiography

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Becoming Jefferson

Oclc number

1055568788

Responsibility statement

by Bill Barker

Sub title

my life as a Founding Father

Summary

"In this first-person account, Bill Barker talks about his interest in Thomas Jefferson, how he became a Jefferson historical interpreter, how he developed and maintains his craft, and how his interpretation has expanded over time. Along the way, he includes historical information about Thomas Jefferson, using it to explain points about historical interpretation. Barker includes discussions about how he addresses sensitive Jefferson subjects, such as slavery and religion, in his interpretations"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Families -- From Philadelphia to Williamsburg -- Reading about Jefferson -- Jefferson in Williamsburg -- Rehearsing and improvising -- Sources -- Interpretation and diplomacy -- Connecting with the audience -- Making history relevant -- Mr. President -- Talking to kids -- Teaching teachers -- Interpreters of the future -- Becoming Jefferson, being myself -- Gardening -- Wine -- Militia -- The White House -- Traveling -- Education -- Slavery -- The Bible

Target audience

adult

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