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Polk

The Man Who Transformed the Presidency and America

byWalter R. Borneman

A biography of a misunderstood and under-appreciated American president follows the political career of James K. Polk and the events of his administration, including the acceptance of Texas into the union and the expansion of presidential powers.

Language

en

Published on

08/04/2008

Pages

448

Format

Hardcover

ISBN

9781400065608

Who is this book for? Readers interested in American history and presidential biographies.

Topics PowerFreedomIdentity
MoodReflective

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