General Taylor (1892)

By Oliver Otis Howard

Book Overview

General Taylor is a historical book written by Oliver Otis Howard and published in 1892. The book is a biography of Zachary Taylor, a prominent American military leader who served as the 12th President of the United States from 1849 until his death in 1850. The book provides a detailed account of Taylor's life, from his early years as a military officer to his rise to fame during the Mexican-American War. It explores Taylor's military strategy and tactics, as well as his personal life and relationships with his family and colleagues. In addition to providing a comprehensive overview of Taylor's life, the book also offers insights into the political and social climate of the time, including the debates over slavery and the tensions between the United States and Mexico. Overall, General Taylor is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, military strategy, or the life of one of the country's most influential leaders.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: 1164041290
• ISBN13: 9781164041290
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 414 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"