The Age of Jackson by Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr
The Crisis of American Democracy in the Age of Jackson
This book provides an in-depth historical analysis of the political and social changes during the era of Andrew Jackson's presidency in the United States. It explores the significant events, policies, and ideologies of the time, including the rise of the Democratic Party, the influence of the "common man" in politics, and the controversial Indian Removal Act. The book also delves into the economic shifts of the period, such as the battle over the Second Bank of the United States, providing a comprehensive overview of this transformative era in American history.
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- Published
- 1945
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 577
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 36th on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)
- "Our Readable Century", The Best Books of the 20th Century -- Honorable Mention ( January Magazine)
- Pulitzer Prize for History (Pulitzer Prize)