Description
Former library copy. No dust jacket. Hardcover has some normal wear and fading. The pages are clean and in good condition. Binding is secure.
This well-preserved copy of “The use of presidential power, 1789-1943” by George Fort Milton offers a comprehensive examination of the evolution of presidential authority in the United States. Published in the aftermath of World War II, this scholarly work provides invaluable insights into the historical context and precedents that shaped the modern presidency. Milton, a renowned historian and biographer, meticulously traces the expansion of executive power from the nation’s founding through the tumultuous years of the Great Depression and World War II. Drawing upon primary sources and official records, he analyzes the actions and decisions of presidents from George Washington to Franklin D. Roosevelt, shedding light on the constitutional debates, political struggles, and pivotal moments that defined the scope of presidential prerogatives. This volume is a must-have for collectors and scholars interested in American political history, constitutional law, and the intricate balance of power among the branches of government.
