Robert J. Walker, Imperialist

By William Edward Dodd

Book Overview

""Robert J. Walker, Imperialist"" is a biography written by William Edward Dodd, which explores the life and political career of Robert J. Walker. Walker was a prominent figure in American politics during the mid-19th century, serving as a United States Senator, Secretary of the Treasury, and Governor of Kansas Territory, among other positions.Dodd's book delves into Walker's role as an imperialist, advocating for American expansionism and territorial acquisition. The author analyzes Walker's views on slavery, Manifest Destiny, and the Mexican-American War, as well as his efforts to promote American interests abroad.Throughout the book, Dodd provides a detailed account of Walker's personal and professional life, drawing on primary sources such as letters, speeches, and official documents. He also examines the political and social context of Walker's time, discussing the debates and controversies that shaped American imperialism in the mid-19th century.Overall, ""Robert J. Walker, Imperialist"" offers a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of a key figure in American history, shedding light on the complex motivations and ideologies that drove American expansionism in the mid-19th century.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: 1163748536
• ISBN13: 9781163748534
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 42 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"