Most biographies of Thomas Jefferson are focused on his intellect. Andrew Burstein lays open his heart. He has answered a question that has always puzzled me: why was Jefferson so adroit at playing hide-and-seek inside himself.

Joseph J. Ellis, author AMERICAN SPHINX: THE CHARACTER OF THOMAS JEFFERSON

Told with authority and style. . . Crisply summarizing the Adamses' legacy, the authors stress principle over partisanship.

The Wall Street Journal on THE PROBLEM OF DEMOCRACY

A distinguished work, combining deep research, a pleasing narrative style and an abundance of fresh insights, a rare combination.

The Dallas Morning News on MADISON AND JEFFERSON