The Life Of Martin Van Buren: Heir Apparent To The Government And The Appointed Successor Of General Andrew Jackson (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163442463)

The Life of Martin Van Buren: Heir Apparent to the Government and the Appointed Successor of General Andrew Jackson is a biographical account of the eighth president of the United States, Martin Van Buren. Written by David Crockett, this book provides a comprehensive look at Van Buren's life, from his humble beginnings as the son of a tavern owner in New York to his rise to power as a prominent politician and statesman.Crockett delves into Van Buren's early years, including his education and legal career, as well as his involvement in the Democratic-Republican Party and his eventual election to the U.S. Senate. The book also explores Van Buren's role as the Secretary of State and Vice President under Andrew Jackson, and his eventual ascension to the presidency in 1837.Throughout the book, Crockett examines Van Buren's political philosophy, including his commitment to states' rights and his efforts to improve the economy and strengthen the federal government. The author also provides insight into Van Buren's personal life, including his marriage to Hannah Hoes and his relationships with his children.Overall, The Life of Martin Van Buren offers readers a detailed and engaging portrait of one of America's most important political figures.Containing Every Authentic Particular By Which His Extraordinary Character Has Been Formed. With A Concise History Of The Events That Have Occasioned His Unparalleled Elevation; Together With A Review Of His Policy As A Statesman.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: David Crockett
ISBN-10: 1163442461
ISBN-13: 9781163442463
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 216
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d