John Tyler / Gary May.
Traces the events of the tenth executive leader's presidency from his unexpected ascent after the premature death of William Henry Harrison and unpopular veto of a proposed Bank of the United States to his indirect role in promoting secession.
Record details
- ISBN: 0805082387
- ISBN: 9780805082388
- Physical Description: xviii, 183 pages ; 22 cm.
- Edition: First edition
- Publisher: New York : Times Books/Henry Holt and Co., 2008.
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 167-171) and index.
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Prologue: The Instrument of a New Test 1 -- 1 High Road to Fame 9 -- 2 Sentinel 27 -- 3 Tippecanoe and Tyler Too 48 -- 4 Amid Earthquake and Tornado 61 -- 5 Abused as Never Before 78 -- 6 Luster 95 -- 7 Captain's Bride 112 -- 8 No Rest 127 -- Epilogue: A Matter Very Near to My Heart 147 -- Milestones 163.
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- 4 of 4 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Onslow County Public Library.
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- 0 current holds with 4 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Main Library | BIO TYLER (Text) | 36015000615472 | Adult Biography | Available | - |
