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Sally Hemings
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Winner Of The Kafka Prize For Best Novel By An American WomanOne Of The Great American Stories . . . . Gives New Luster To The Words 'Historical Novel' . . . Vastly Enjoyable. The New York TimesExquisitely Crafted . . . . A Sensitive Life Study Of A Truly Exceptional Woman: Complex, Courageous, Irresistibly Attractive, . . . Elegantly Selfpossessed. Cosmopolitanone Of The Greatest Love Stories In Amercian History Is Also One Of The Least Known And Most Controversial. Thomas Jefferson, Third President Of The United States And Author Of The Declaration Of Independence, Had A Mistress For Thirtyeight Years, Whom He Loved And Lived With Until He Died The Beautiful And Elusive Quadroon Slave, Sally Hemings.In This Brilliant Novel, Spanning Two Continents, Sixty Years, And Seven Presidencies, Barbara Chaseriboud Recreates A Love Story Based On The Documents And The Evidence Of The Day, But Gives Free Rein To The Novelist'S Imagination. Incredibly Written And Beautifully Evoked, Barbara Chaseriboud Explores The Complex Blend Of Love And Hate, Tenderness And Cruelty, Freedom And Bondage, That Made The Lifelong Liaison Between Sally Hemings And Thomas Jefferson One Of The Most Poignant, Tragic, And Unforgettable Chapters In The History Of The Races, And Of The Sexes, In America.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Sally Hemings'? A: 'Sally Hemings' explores the complex relationship between Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings, focusing on themes of love, race, and the historical context of their lives.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Sally Hemings'? A: The author of 'Sally Hemings' is Barbara Chase-Riboud, who is known for her historical fiction and exploration of African American themes.
- Q: When was 'Sally Hemings' published? A: 'Sally Hemings' was published on June 21, 1979.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: 'Sally Hemings' is available in hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Sally Hemings' have? A: 'Sally Hemings' consists of 348 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of this book? A: This copy of 'Sally Hemings' is in mint condition.
- Q: Is 'Sally Hemings' a fictional or non-fictional work? A: 'Sally Hemings' is a fictional novel that creatively interprets historical events and figures.
- Q: What historical events does 'Sally Hemings' cover? A: 'Sally Hemings' covers events spanning two continents, sixty years, and seven presidencies, delving into the life and times of Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson.
- Q: What awards has 'Sally Hemings' received? A: 'Sally Hemings' won the Kafka Prize for Best Novel by an American Woman.
- Q: Is there an edition of 'Sally Hemings' that is particularly notable? A: The first edition of 'Sally Hemings' is particularly notable as it marks the initial release of this acclaimed novel.