In the shadow of Monticello, three slaves, including Thomas Jefferson's own children by Sally Hemings, navigate the harsh contradictions of slavery and freedom. As they grow, their stories reveal the stark reality behind the ideals of 'life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.' What does it mean to be both a slave and a child of one of America's founding fathers? This poignant tale explores the hidden lives and struggles of Jefferson's invisible offspring, challenging the very foundations of American ideals.
A fictionalized look at the last twenty years of Thomas Jefferson’s life at Monticello through the eyes of three of his slaves, two of whom were his sons by his slave, Sally Hemings.
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