Brands, H. W.
Andrew Jackson: His Life and Times
- ISBN 13:
- 9781400030729
- author:
- Brands, H. W.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Anchor Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 656
- Dimensions:
- 130mm X 203mm
- Genre:
- Biography / Autobiography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Andrew Jackson: His Life and Times by H. W. Brands A comprehensive biography that reshapes our understanding of America's seventh president, Andrew Jackson, and the Age of Democracy he ushered in. Born into poverty, Jackson rose to become a lawyer, military hero, and ultimately, the leader who defined American democracy. Brands' sweeping narrative explores Jackson's life on a majestic scale, from his humble beginnings to his presidency and beyond. He examines both Jackson's heroic achievements and his more contentious actions, including his expansionist policies and the Trail of Tears. This biography offers a nuanced portrayal of a complex figure whose impact on American history remains profound today.
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