The Hemingses of Monticello

Gordon-Reed's extensive work delves into the lives of the Hemingses, an enslaved American family, and their intricate, often hidden, blood connections to Thomas Jefferson. This historical account meticulously reconstructs their story, offering a profound look into the complexities of race, power, and family in early America. It challenges conventional narratives by centering the experiences of an enslaved family within the broader context of American history.