The Presidency of Franklin Pierce

by Larry Gara

Book Overview

Franklin Pierce was one of the least known, least liked, and least successful presidents in American history. In this new study of his administration, historian Larry Gara makes no attempt to revive Pierce's reputation. Instead he provides a clear analysis of Pierce's shortcomings as well as his few successes.

Franklin Pierce's administration (1853-1857) spanned a turbulent period in the life of the nation: North-South polarization reached...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0700604944
• ISBN13: 9780700604944
• Release Date: June 1991
• Publisher: University Press of Kansas
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.2" x 9.3"