An Evening with Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson: Dinner, Wine, and Conversation

by James M. Gabler

Through a dream sequence, you (the reader) go back in time to 18th century Paris where you meet Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson. In the comfort of Jefferson's residence on the Champs-Elysees, you sit down with these two great Americans, and in response to your questions, they tell in their own words the most interesting stories of their lives. There are extensive citations of authority to support all of their comments.

Genres: History

334 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

James M. Gabler was an American lawyer, author, and wine historian whose work helped popularize the history of wine in American culture. A graduate of Washington & Lee University, he served as a U.S. Army finance officer in Korea before building a distinguished legal career in Baltimore, specializing in personal injury law. Alongside his legal practice, he wrote acclaimed books on Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and wine, earning the 1995 Veuve Clicquot Wine Book of the Year Award for Passions: The Wines and Travels of Thomas Jefferson. A sought-after lecturer, he spoke at institutions including Monticello and the Smithsonian. Gabler also published fiction, historical works, and guides for wine enthusiasts.

Reviews

[Sherri Anderson · Rating 3 out of 5]

I did not like how the book was written and there were parts of the book that I did not like and found boring but the rest of the book was filled with fun facts and stories I had never read about concerning Jefferson and Franklin that were fascinating to read about. I also learned more about the characters behind the scenes of the time. It was a fast and easy read.