An Evening with Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson: Dinner, Wine, and Conversation
by James M. Gabler
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Author: James M. GablerEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-01-01
ISBN: 0961352566
Number of pages: 334
Publisher: Bacchus Press
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Book Review: A Moving Feast
Summary: 5 Stars
Published just in time to celebrate Benjamin Franklin's 300th birthday, James Gabler has produced a cleverly crafted and engrossing story of an imaginary encounter with Dr. Franklin and Thomas Jefferson. Journeying back in time through the vehicle of a vivid dream, the tale's narrator enjoys a sumptuous dinner in the company of Franklin and Jefferson in the latter's Paris residence as they discuss gastronomy, travel, politics and their public and private lives. Often the conversation is so intimate and reactions so plausible that the reader has the delicious feeling of eavesdropping on a very private affair.
The work's fictional aspects do not obscure Mr. Gabler's careful research into the life and times of our founding fathers. The long dinner conversation, with detailed exploration of topics ranging from the history of wine châteaux to affairs of state, is most educational. As the three men savour oysters with Meursault, pasta with Montrachet, roast beef with Haut Brion and Margaux, and pastry with Yquem, Franklin and Jefferson reflect on their adventures and promote their opinions in keeping with historical fact. Even when the conversation is at it's most speculative, such as reactions to the events surrounding 9/11, their responses are informative. Jefferson cites his own experience with Islamic terrorists in the guise of pirates from the Muslim Barbary states who were such a threat to early American shipping. Even the events at Abu Ghraib find an analogy in the documented poor treatment of British and German prisoners taken in the battle of Saratoga.
This is also a physically very attractive work with a beautiful dust cover and front plate and exquisite monochrome illustrations that contribute to its charm.
Enlightening and entertaining, this new book from Mr. Gabler will delight anyone interested in food and wine, history, politics, travel or just a good read. Heartily recommended.
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