Young Hickory


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Examines the events which shaped the life of Andrew Jackson, providing information on his family's immigration from Ireland, his childhood experiences, and his involvement in the Revolutionary War.




Young Hickory


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Franklin Pierce


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First definitive biography of the fourteenth President, giving a psychological interpretation of the man in relation to his turbulent times.




James K. Polk


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"At home, however, Polk suffered a political firestorm of antiwar attacks, particularly from the Whigs. Despite tremendous accomplishments in just four years - from pushing the westward expansion to restoring an independent Treasury to ushering in an era of free trade - "Young Hickory" left office feeling the sting of criticism and suffering from a stressful presidency that had taken a heavy physical toll. He died within three months of departing Washington."--BOOK JACKET.




Report of the Adjutant General


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Hickory, Dickory, Dock


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An illustrated, humorous version of the traditional nursery rhyme.