The People's Presidential Candidate: Or The Life Of William Henry Harrison, Of Ohio (1839)

By Richard Hildreth and Professor Richard Hildreth

Book Overview

The People's Presidential Candidate: Or The Life Of William Henry Harrison, Of Ohio (1839) is a biography written by Richard Hildreth. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of William Henry Harrison, a prominent American politician who served as the ninth President of the United States. The biography covers Harrison's early life, his military career, his political achievements, and his presidential campaign. The author delves into Harrison's upbringing, education, and family background, providing readers with a detailed understanding of the man behind the political persona. Hildreth also explores Harrison's military career, including his service in the War of 1812 and his role in the Battle of Tippecanoe. The author examines Harrison's political career, including his tenure as a member of Congress, his governorship of the Indiana Territory, and his unsuccessful bid for the presidency in 1836. The book also covers Harrison's presidential campaign in 1840, which was marked by his famous ""Log Cabin and Hard Cider"" campaign. The author provides insight into the strategies and tactics used by Harrison and his supporters, as well as the political climate of the time. Overall, The People's Presidential Candidate: Or The Life Of William Henry Harrison, Of Ohio (1839) is a detailed and informative biography of a significant figure in American history. It offers readers a glimpse into the life of a man who played an important role in shaping the political landscape of the United States in the 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: 1165910985
• ISBN13: 9781165910984
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"