Robert V. Remini's prize-winning, three-volume biography Life of
Andrew Jackson won the National Book Award on its completion in
1984 and is recognized as one of the greatest lives of a U.S.
President. In this meticulously crafted single-volume abridgment,
Remini captures the essence of the life and career of the seventh
president of the United States. As president, from 1829-1837,
Jackson was a significant force in the nations's expansion, the
growth of presidential power, and the transition from republicanism
to democracy.
Jackson is a highly controversial figure who is undergoing
historical reconsideration today. He is known as spurring the
emergence of the modern American political division of Republican
and Democractic parties, for the infamous Indian removal on the
Trail of Tears, and for his brave victory against the British as
Major General at the Battle of New Orleans.
Never an apologist, Remini portrays Jackson as a foreceful,
sometimes tragic, hero--a man whose strength and flaws were larger
than life, a president whose conviction provided the nation with
one of the most influential, colorful, and controversial
administrations in our history.
General
Imprint: |
HarperCollins Publishers
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
February 2010 |
First published: |
March 2010 |
Authors: |
Robert V. Remini
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Dimensions: |
207 x 163 x 29mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - B-format
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Pages: |
464 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-06-180788-6 |
Categories: |
Books >
Humanities >
History >
General
Books >
History >
General
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LSN: |
0-06-180788-5 |
Barcode: |
9780061807886 |
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