Beacon Lights of History, Volume 12: American Leaders by John Lord
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| Author | Lord, John, 1810-1894 |
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| Title | Beacon Lights of History, Volume 12: American Leaders |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Charlie Kirschner, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "Beacon Lights of History, Volume 12: American Leaders" by John Lord is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on significant American leaders through different eras, particularly examining the lives, contributions, and controversies surrounding notable figures such as Andrew Jackson, Henry Clay, and Daniel Webster. It aims to provide insights into their political actions and the historical contexts in which they operated. The opening of this volume introduces Andrew Jackson, detailing his early life, rise to fame, and tumultuous political career. Born into poverty, Jackson's journey is marked by his transformation from a humble frontier lawyer to a national military hero and later President. Described as a passionate and often controversial figure, Lord portrays Jackson as both beloved and feared due to his decisive actions and duels, framing his life against the backdrop of significant American events such as the War of 1812 and the emerging political landscape of the United States. The narrative captures Jackson's complex personality, revealing a man shaped by his environment and a leader whose legacy remains a mix of commendable achievements and contentious decisions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | History |
| Subject | United States -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10647 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 20, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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