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The Levy Family and Monticello, 18341923: Saving Thomas Jefferson's House,New
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Each year more than a halfmillion people from around the world visit Monticello, but few realize that Thomas Jefferson's house was also home to the family of U.S. Navy Captain Uriah P. Levy and his nephew Jefferson Monroe Levy, a United States Congressman. Even fewer realize that without the Levy family's stewardship, there might not be a Monticello to visit. Although the Levys literally saved Monticello from ruinnot once, but twicein the nineteenth century, and actually owned the property longer than Jefferson, the family's vital contributions to preserving Thomas Jefferson's home have been largely ignored or minimized. In a story filled with drama, irony, political wrangling, and legal battles, Professor Melvin I. Urofsky corrects the misconception that a 'century of ruin and neglect' marked Monticello between Jefferson's death and the creation of the Thomas Jefferson Foundation, the private, nonprofit organization that today owns and operates Monticello.The story of the Levys and Monticello is a story of the blending of cultures and personalities, of Yankees and Virginians, of Jews and Christians, of city folk and rural people. It is the story of the power of a symbol, and how in America such symbols cut across lines of religion and class and ethnicity. And behind all of this is the towering presence of Thomas Jefferson.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'The Levy Family and Monticello, 1834-1923'? A: The book focuses on the Levy family's role in preserving Thomas Jefferson's home, Monticello, from ruin during the nineteenth century.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Melvin I. Urofsky, a noted historian and professor.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on February 25, 2002.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book being sold? A: The book is in acceptable condition, which may include signs of wear but is still readable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this book is a first edition.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: The book is categorized under Arts & Photography.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of cultural blending, stewardship, and the historical significance of Monticello.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the Levy family's significant contributions to Monticello and the historical context surrounding their stewardship.