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1 online resource (1 audio file (5hr., 30 min.)) : digital. |
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digital digital recording rda |
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data file rda |
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Digital content provided by hoopla. |
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Read by Alan Sklar. |
| Summary |
In 1784, Thomas Jefferson struck a deal with one of his slaves, nineteen-year-old James Hemings. The founding father was traveling to Paris and wanted to bring James along for a particular purpose-to master the art of French cooking. In exchange for James's cooperation, Jefferson would grant his freedom. Thus began one of the strangest partnerships in United States history. As Hemings apprenticed under master French chefs, Jefferson studied the cultivation of French crops (especially grapes for winemaking) so that they might be replicated in American agriculture. The two men returned home with such marvels as pasta, French fries, Champagne, macaroni and cheese, crème brûlée, and a host of other treats. This narrative history tells the story of their remarkable adventure. |
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Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
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Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 -- Knowledge -- Agriculture.
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Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 -- Knowledge -- France.
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Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 -- Relations with slaves.
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Hemings, James, 1765-1801.
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Food habits -- France -- History -- 18th century.
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Food habits -- United States -- History -- 18th century.
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Agriculture -- United States -- History.
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United States -- Civilization -- French influences.
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| Added Author |
Sklar, Alan, narrator.
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hoopla digital.
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| ISBN |
9781452691909 (sound recording : hoopla Audio Book) |
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1452691908 (sound recording : hoopla Audio Book) |
| Music No. |
MWT11413596 |
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