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Reviewed on January 1, 1994
Gr 7-10 A critical look at Jackson that traces his rise to military and political power and emphasizes his willingness to use force and domination to achieve his goals. Meltzer discusses his subject's presidency in some detail, describing his policies and their effects on the country. However, he fails to convey why the man has been so well regarded by historians and why he was importa...Log In or Sign Up to Read More




