American Sphinx. The Character of Thomas Jefferson. 8vo. pp. XIX + 440. . Molto buono (Very Good). . . .
"Fascinating ... an erudite and illuminating study." --
The New York Times "This elegant book on Jefferson sets a standard--history at its best." --
Chicago Tribune Editor's Choice
"A brilliant, unconventional look at Jefferson ... beautifully written, cogently argues, full of both zealous scholarship and lively imagination." --
Cleveland Plain Dealer "Magnificent.... Ellis has a Jeffersonian gift for language." --
Newsweek "Lively and provocative ... first-rate." --David McCullough