The Filibuster: The Career Of William Walker (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436695312)

The Filibuster: The Career Of William Walker is a non-fiction book written by Laurence Greene. It is a detailed account of the life and career of William Walker, a controversial American adventurer who attempted to establish a slave-holding empire in Central America in the mid-19th century. The book covers Walker's early life, his involvement in the Mexican-American War, his failed attempts to take over Baja California and Sonora, and his successful conquest of Nicaragua. It also delves into the political and social climate of the time, including the debate over slavery and Manifest Destiny. The book provides a comprehensive look at Walker's life, his motivations, and the impact of his actions on Central America and the United States. It is a well-researched and engaging read for anyone interested in American history or the complexities of imperialism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Laurence Greene
ISBN-10: 1436695317
ISBN-13: 9781436695312
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 384
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.61lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d