James Monroe (1911)

By Daniel Coit Gilman and John Franklin Jameson

Book Overview

James Monroe is a biography written by Daniel Coit Gilman in 1911. The book provides a detailed account of the life and political career of James Monroe, who served as the fifth President of the United States from 1817 to 1825. Gilman explores Monroe's early years, including his upbringing in Virginia and his education at the College of William and Mary. The book also covers Monroe's military service during the American Revolution, his role in negotiating the Louisiana Purchase, and his efforts to expand the United States' territory through the acquisition of Florida. Additionally, Gilman delves into Monroe's presidency, including his foreign policy initiatives and his efforts to promote national unity. The book is a comprehensive and insightful look at the life of one of America's most important historical figures.With A Bibliography Of Writings Pertinent To The Monroe Doctrine.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: 1164682113
• ISBN13: 9781164682110
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"