Life of Andrew Jackson (Life Of... (Attic Books)) - Hardcover

John S. Jenkins

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0890516030 ISBN 13: 9780890516034

Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group/Attic Books, 2011

Synopsis

From wilderness pioneer to the perils of the oval office, the world of Andrew Jackson comes to vivid life in this scanned reproduction of the 1850 original.

Written within just 13 years of Jackson's death, this profound account gives insights into the man nicknamed "Old Hickory" because of his resilient nature. Losing two of his brothers and his widowed mother during the American Revolution, he would rise above both poverty and his limited education to become the seventh president, demonstrating the character necessary to endure the often brutal world of America's early years.

Jackson's legacy is controversial due to his support for slavery and forced removal of Native Americans from their lands. Exemplifying the rough and hardy qualities of a frontiersman, he would see success on the battlefield, including the brilliant campaign against the British in New Orleans during the War of 1812, survive an attempted assassination as president, and fiercely resist the institution of a national bank. Through much adversity, Jackson showed the world that one could rise above the ashes of suffering in order to fulfill a God-given destiny, extending his influence for years beyond his presidency.

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From the Inside Flap:

From wilderness pioneer to the perils of the oval office!

Andrew Jackson was a popular hero and America's seventh president. He was successful on the battlefield and exemplified the rough and hardy qualities of a frontiersman. His legacy is a controversial one due to his support for slavery and forced removal of Native Americans from their lands. Jackson's policies sought to change the balance of power by strengthening the presidency as well as promoting public interest and activity in the government.

This reproduction of a rare 1847 biography was meticulously scanned to authenticate the look and feel of the original. This case-bound treasure holds precious historical information about one of America's most controversial heroes.

About the Author:

John S. Jenkins is an American author who was born in Albany, New York in 1818 and died in 1852. He published numerous books, including historical works and biographies of military and political leaders that include a Life of Jackson in 1847.

About this edition

• Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group/Attic Books
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0890516030
• ISBN 13: 9780890516034
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 400