Franklin Pierce:

Creates a solid portrait of both man and President. Pierce, a New Englander known for his charm and good looks, traditionally ranks as one of our nation's worst leaders. Holt does not dispel or challenge any previous assessments but rather tries to explain the pre-Civil War President's act...

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Main Author: Holt, Michael F. 1940- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York Times Books, Henry Holt and Company 2010
Edition:First Edition
Series:The American presidents series
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Summary:Creates a solid portrait of both man and President. Pierce, a New Englander known for his charm and good looks, traditionally ranks as one of our nation's worst leaders. Holt does not dispel or challenge any previous assessments but rather tries to explain the pre-Civil War President's actions. Holt's thesis is that Pierce's obsession with the Democratic Party and priority of party over country in the tumultuous 1850s in fact damaged his party and pushed the country more quickly toward war.
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:xviii, 154 Seiten 1 Portrait
ISBN:9780805087192

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