Andrew Jackson And Martin Van Buren (1887)

By William Osborn Stoddard

Book Overview

""Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren"" is a historical non-fiction book written by William Osborn Stoddard and published in 1887. The book provides a detailed account of the lives and political careers of two of America's most influential presidents, Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren. Stoddard begins by tracing Jackson's early life, including his childhood in poverty, his involvement in the Revolutionary War, and his rise to prominence as a lawyer and politician in Tennessee. The author then explores Jackson's presidency, including his controversial policies such as the Indian Removal Act and his battles with Congress and the Supreme Court. The book then shifts to Martin Van Buren, who served as Jackson's vice president and later succeeded him as president. Stoddard delves into Van Buren's early life as a lawyer and politician in New York, his time as Governor of New York, and his role as a key advisor to Jackson during his presidency. The author also explores Van Buren's presidency, including his struggles with the economic crisis of the Panic of 1837 and his foreign policy initiatives. Throughout the book, Stoddard provides a detailed analysis of the political and social climate of the time, including the rise of the Democratic Party and the emergence of the Whig Party. He also explores the personal relationships and rivalries between Jackson, Van Buren, and other key figures of the era. Overall, ""Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren"" is a comprehensive and insightful look into the lives and legacies of two important American presidents, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history and politics.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104022931
• ISBN13: 9781104022938
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"