Format:
Online-Ressource (332 p)
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ill., map
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25 cm
Edition:
Online-Ausg. 2009 Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
ISBN:
0807830410
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9780807830413
Content:
The first vice president to become president on the death of the incumbent, John Tyler (1790-1862) was derided by critics as "His Accidency." In this biography, the author challenges previous depictions of Tyler as a die-hard advocate of states' rights, limited government, and a strict interpretation of the Constitution
Note:
Includes bibliographical references (p. [301]-319) and index
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Introduction -- Forewarned, forearmed -- Visions of national destiny -- Defending slavery -- Avoiding war and preserving peace -- Pacific visions -- Texas -- Retirement and secession -- Conclusion : precedents and legacies.
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Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780807830413
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe John Tyler, the Accidental President
Language:
English
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