Life of Andrew Jackson

<p><strong>A wonderful portrait rich in detail of a fascinating and important man and an authoritative . . . account of his role in American History. --<em>New York Times Book Review</em></strong></p><p><strong>The classic one-volume abridgement of the National Book Award-winning biography of Andrew Jackson from esteemed historian Robert V. Remini.</strong></p><p>As president of the United Sates from 1829 to 1837 Andrew Jackson was a significant force in the nation's expansion the growth of presidential power and the transition from republicanism to democracy. A forceful yet sometimes tragic hero Jackson was a man whose strength and flaws were larger than life a president whose convictions provided the nation with one of the most influential and colorful administrations in our history.</p><p>In this enthralling meticulously crafted abridgment Remini captures the essence of the life and career of the seventh president of the United States. </p>