Description
1938 edition. 1964 edition. Hardcover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks, stains and small tears. Pages and cover have a small section torn off near the corner. The torn off material is only in one spot and does not affect any writing or printing, and only in the first 50 or so pages. No dust jacket. Spine has moderate wear, small tears on top and bottom. Pages have some marks and small tears on some pages but largely are clean and the binding is secure. Readable copy.
This two-volume set offers a comprehensive and celebrated biography of Andrew Jackson, the seventh President of the United States. Written by Marquis James, a Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer, the work provides an in-depth exploration of Jackson’s life and legacy. Part One, “The Border Captain,” delves into Jackson’s early years as a frontier settler and his military exploits during the War of 1812, including the pivotal Battle of New Orleans. Part Two, “Portrait of a President,” chronicles Jackson’s tumultuous presidency, marked by his opposition to the Second Bank of the United States and his controversial policy of Indian removal. Despite its well-worn condition, this vintage copy offers a unique opportunity to delve into a seminal work on one of America’s most controversial and influential leaders. Collectors and history enthusiasts will appreciate the chance to own a piece of literary history that sheds light on the complex figure who shaped the nation’s westward expansion and the course of American democracy.
