Focusing on Andrew Jackson's multifaceted life, the biography spans his significant contributions to America's territorial expansion and political landscape. The first volume highlights his complex character beyond the stereotype of a rough general. The second delves into his senatorial career and presidential campaigns, while the final volume addresses his reelection and the critical issues of his presidency, including the nullification crisis, Indian removal, escalating violence over slavery, and the push for Texas annexation.
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Diese Serie taucht in das Leben einer der bedeutendsten und umstrittensten Persönlichkeiten Amerikas ein. Sie untersucht seine militärische Karriere, seine politischen Ambitionen und seinen tiefgreifenden Einfluss auf die Entwicklung der Nation. Die Leser werden die Komplexität seines Charakters, seine Rolle bei der Westexpansion und die entscheidenden Entscheidungen aufdecken, die die Zukunft des Landes prägten. Es ist ein fesselnder Einblick in einen Mann, der unauslöschliche Spuren in der amerikanischen Erzählung hinterlassen hat.


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The Course of American Freedom, 1822-1832
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Focusing on Andrew Jackson's multifaceted legacy, the biography explores his significant role in America's territorial expansion, revealing a complex character beyond the stereotype of a rugged general. It details his political journey through his senatorial career, presidential campaigns, and administration, addressing critical events like the nullification crisis and the Indian removal. The narrative culminates in his reelection, highlighting the challenges he faced, including slavery-related violence and the annexation of Texas, providing a comprehensive view of his impact on American history.