Monticello: A Picture Of The Past (1898)

By Arthur C Butts

Book Overview

Monticello: A Picture of the Past is a historical book written by Arthur C. Butts in 1898. The book is a detailed account of the history, architecture, and the people of Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of Monticello's history.The first chapter of the book provides an overview of Monticello's history, including its construction and the people who lived there. The subsequent chapters delve into the architecture of the house, the gardens, and the surrounding landscape. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the furnishings and artwork within the house.Butts also explores the political and social context of Jefferson's time, including his role in the American Revolution and his views on slavery. The book concludes with a chapter on the legacy of Monticello and its impact on American culture and history.Overall, Monticello: A Picture of the Past is a comprehensive and fascinating look at one of America's most iconic landmarks and the man who built it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, architecture, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120328675
• ISBN13: 9781120328670
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"