The Scientist Turned Spy : André Michaux, Thomas Jefferson, and the Conspiracy Of 1793 / Patrick Spero.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Spero, Patrick, author.

Series:

Jeffersonian America.

Jeffersonian America Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Genêt Affair, 1793.

Espionage--United States--History--19th century.

Espionage.

Botanists--France--Biography.

Botanists.

United States--Foreign relations--1789-1797.

United States.

United States--Foreign relations--France.

France--Foreign relations--United States.

France.

American Philosophical Society.

Michaux, André, 1746-1802.

Michaux, André.

Michaux, André, 1746-1802--Travel.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (351 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Charlottesville, Virginia : University of Virginia Press, [2024]

Summary:

The book 'The Scientist Turned Spy' by Patrick Spero explores the intriguing story of André Michaux, a French botanist, and his involvement with Thomas Jefferson during the political turmoil of 1793. It delves into Michaux's scientific expeditions and his unexpected role in espionage amidst the Genêt Affair, a diplomatic crisis between the United States and France. The narrative highlights the complex interplay between scientific exploration and international relations in the late 18th century. Aimed at readers interested in history and espionage, the book provides insights into the lives of key historical figures and the geopolitical dynamics of the era. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover Page

Title Page

Copyright Page

Contents

Prologue: Investigating a Legend

Part I. André Michaux

1. The Education of André Michaux

2. A Circuitous Route to America

3. Making America Home

4. A Botanist Unleashed

5. Revolutionary Disruptions

Part II. The Subscription List

6. The Promise and Perils of the West

7. America's Scientific Institution

8. America's Scientific Community

9. American Interests and Scientific Priorities

Part III. The Expedition

10. Enter Edmond Genet

11. A New Mission

12. Michaux's Dual and Dueling Expeditions

13. Organizing a New Expedition

14. The Return

15. The End of an Expedition

Part IV. Legacies Lost and Lasting

16. Michaux's Last Days

17. Hidden Legacies

Epilogue: Remnants and Relevance

Author's Note

Notes

Index

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Notes:

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Includes index.

ISBN:

9780813952192

0813952190