The Age of Jackson and the Art of American Power, 1815-1848 (The Art of American Power During the Early Republic) by William Nester - 2013-08-01

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The Age of Jackson and the Art of American Power, 1815 - 1848 by William Nester
As William Nester asserts in The Age of Jackson, it takes quite a leader to personify an age. A polical titan for thirty-three years (1815 - 1848), Andrew Jackson displayed character, beliefs, and actions that came to dominate American politics. Although Jackson returned to his Tennessee plantation in March 1837 after serving eight years as president, he continued to overshadow the American political scene. Two of his proteges, Martin "the Magician" Van Buren and James "Houng Hickory" Polk followed him to the White House and pursued his agenda.
Jackson provoked firestorms of political passions throughout his era. Far more people loved than hated him, but the fervor was just as pitched either way. Although the passions have subsided, the debate lingers. Historians are split over Jackson's legacy. Some extol him as among America's greatest presidents, citing his championing of the common man, holding the country together… Read More

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Hardback. New. As William Nester asserts in The Age of Jackson, it takes quite a leader to personify an age. A political titan for thirty-three years (1815-1848), Andrew Jackson possessed character, beliefs, and acts that dominated American politics.

Potomac Books Inc, 2013. Hardcover. New. 352 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.50 inches.