Franklin Pierce was one of the least known, least liked, and least successful presidents in American history. In this new study of his administration, historian Larry Gara makes no attempt to revive Pierce's reputation. Instead he provides a clear analysis of Pierce's shortcomings as well as his few successes. Franklin Pierce's administration (1853-1857) spanned a turbulent period in the life of the nation: North-South polarization reached...
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0700604944
ISBN13:9780700604944
Release Date:June 1991
Publisher:University Press of Kansas
Length:232 Pages
Weight:1.25 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 6.2" x 9.3"
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