The Scientist Turned Spy: André Michaux, Thomas Jefferson, and the Conspiracy of 1793 - Hardcover
$34.95
Skip to product information
The Scientist Turned Spy: André Michaux, Thomas Jefferson, and the Conspiracy of 1793 - Hardcover
$34.95
by Patrick Spero (Author)
The incredible story of an explorer caught up in international intrigue at the dawn of US history
André Michaux was the most accomplished scientific explorer of North America before Lewis and Clark. His work took him from the Bahamas to Hudson Bay, and it is likely that no contemporary of his had seen as much of the continent. But there is more to his story. During his decade-long American sojourn, Michaux found himself thrust into the middle of a vast international conspiracy. In 1793, the revolutionary French government conscripted him into its service as a secret agent and tasked him with organizing American frontiersmen to attack Spanish-controlled New Orleans, seize control of Louisiana, and establish an independent republic in the American West. New evidence also strongly implicates Thomas Jefferson in this plot. Drawing on sources buried in the vault of the American Philosophical Society, Patrick Spero offers a bona fide page-turner that sheds new light on an incipient American political climate that fostered reckless diplomatic ventures under the guise of scientific exploration, revealing the air of uncertainty and opportunity that pervaded the early republic.Author Biography
Patrick Spero is Executive Officer of the American Philosophical Society and the author of Frontier Rebels: The Fight for Independence in the American West, 1765-1776.
Number of Pages: 352
Dimensions: 1.4 x 9.3 x 6.4 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: September 17, 2024
Details
This product is crafted with quality materials to ensure durability and performance. Designed with your convenience in mind, it seamlessly fits into your everyday life.
Shipping & Returns
We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible.
We are committed to ensuring a positive shopping experience for all our customers. If for any reason you wish to return an item, we invite you to reach out to our team for assistance, and we will evaluate every return request with care and consideration.
