Download or read book The Presidency of Martin Van Buren written by Major L. Wilson and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Martin Van Buren, eighth president of the United States, has been judged harshly by some historians as a politician by trade and a spoilsman without principles, a "little magician" who was interested only in his own advancement. This volume provides a thorough recounting of the events and decisions of Van Buren's White House years (1837-1841), and adds to the positive reappraisal of Van Buren as an able statesman and effective chief executive. Wilson stresses that Van Buren faced the major problems of his presidency with courage and consistency, and that he brought repose to a nation wrenched both by sectional differences and by the violent fluctuations of economic expansion and contraction. Wilson discusses Van Buren's close relationship with Andrew Jackson and substantially qualifies the persistent interpretation of the Van Buren presidency as the "third term" of Jackson. Van Buren, a pragmatic Jeffersonian with a statesmanlike concern for order, reversed Jackson's priorities. Wilson describes how Van Buren resolved the crisis with Mexico and succeeded in keeping peace with Britain at a time when incidents arising out of rebellion in Canada and the disputed Maine boundary might have precipitated war. The most distinctive contribution of this volume is its in-depth analysis of the economic and political aspects of Van Buren's domestic policy, especialy the Independent Treasury, the issue that gave basic shape to his entire presidency. Jackson had divorced the Treasury from the national bank; Van Buren took one further step and rendered the operations of the Treasury independent of the state banks as well. By the end of his term, debate on the issues of currency and enterprise had brought the second-party system in the U.S. to maturity. In 1840 Van Buren's views in this area would cost him reelection. This study sheds lights on a turbulent period in American history and contributes to our understanding of Martin Van Buren's achievements. He kept the nation out of war, reduced sectional tensions, and established the basis for a fiscal policy which he believed would bring greater stability to economic development.
Download or read book Martin Van Buren written by Edward L. Widmer and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2005-01-05 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first president born after America's independence ushers in a new era of no-holds-barred democracy The first "professional politician" to become president, the slick and dandyish Martin Van Buren was to all appearances the opposite of his predecessor, the rugged general and Democratic champion Andrew Jackson. Van Buren, a native Dutch speaker, was America's first ethnic president as well as the first New Yorker to hold the office, at a time when Manhattan was bursting with new arrivals. A sharp and adroit political operator, he established himself as a powerhouse in New York, becoming a U.S. senator, secretary of state, and vice president under Jackson, whose election he managed. His ascendancy to the Oval Office was virtually a foregone conclusion. Once he had the reins of power, however, Van Buren found the road quite a bit rougher. His attempts to find a middle ground on the most pressing issues of his day-such as the growing regional conflict over slavery-eroded his effectiveness. But it was his inability to prevent the great banking panic of 1837, and the ensuing depression, that all but ensured his fall from grace and made him the third president to be denied a second term. His many years of outfoxing his opponents finally caught up with him. Ted Widmer, a veteran of the Clinton White House, vividly brings to life the chaos and contention that plagued Van Buren's presidency-and ultimately offered an early lesson in the power of democracy.
Download or read book Martin Van Buren and the Emergence of American Popular Politics written by Joel H. Silbey and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2002 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chronicles the life of Martin Van Buren, focusing on his role in the development and transformation of American politics in the early part of the nineteenth century.
Download or read book The Autobiography of Martin Van Buren written by Martin Van Buren and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 824 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Martin Van Buren written by John Niven and published by . This book was released on 2000-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They called him "the Magician," "the Red Fox" and other names that celebrated his political skill. And, indeed, there is no doubt that Martin Van Buren was the most innovative politician of his age. In the first modern biography of the eighth President, John Niven reveals a man who was preeminently a statesman - not just a superb practitioner of the art of the possible, as he is commonly depicted. First prominent in New York politics, Van Buren served as Andrew Jackson's Secretary of State and later as his vice president. The balance wheel of the administration, he was Jackson's most influential adviser. His own presidency (1837-1841) was beset by the worst depression the United States had yet faced, but, as Niven shows, Van Buren met the crisis with courage. His corrective measures incensed the financial community but save the public credit. Defeated in the 1840 election, he was denied the Democratic nomination in 1844, for opposing on moral grounds, the immediate annexation of Texas. In 1848, as the presidential candidate for the anti-slavery Free Soil Party, he again lent his name to an unpopular cause he felt was right. Charming, witty, enigmatic, Van Buren could hold his own with the other key political figures of his day: Jackson, Henry Clay, Daniel Webster, John C. Calhoun, John Quincy Adams. Correcting many false images of Van Buren (including the view that he was a compromiser on the slavery issue), this authoritative biography unveils a brilliant career in American political life, set against the backdrop of a fascinating era. --Book jacket
Download or read book Martin Van Buren to the End of His Public Career written by George Bancroft and published by . This book was released on 1889 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Martin Van Buren written by Steven Ferry and published by Childs World Incorporated. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents the life, career, and accomplishments of the eighth president of the United States.
Download or read book A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Martin Van Buren written by Various and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-08-12 with total page 493 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents: Martin Van Buren is a meticulously researched and comprehensive collection of the speeches, official letters, and other written communications of President Martin Van Buren. This book offers a unique insight into the political landscape and decision-making processes during Van Buren's presidency. The literary style is formal and diplomatic, reflecting the language of the 19th century political discourse. This compilation is a valuable resource for historians, political scientists, and anyone interested in American presidential history. It provides a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of the Van Buren administration, shedding light on the issues that shaped the nation during his time in office. The footnotes and annotations provide additional context and clarification, making this book an essential addition to any scholarly library. Various, the compiler of this collection, has painstakingly gathered and organized these documents to offer readers a comprehensive understanding of Martin Van Buren's presidency. Various is known for their dedication to preserving historical records and making them accessible to a wider audience. Their meticulous attention to detail and thorough research are evident in this compilation, making it a reliable and authoritative source of information on President Van Buren's tenure. I highly recommend A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents: Martin Van Buren to anyone interested in delving into the rich history of American politics and gaining a deeper understanding of the nation's past Presidents.
Download or read book Martin Van Buren written by BreAnn Rumsch and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2024-07-30 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This biography introduces readers to Martin Van Buren, including his early political career and key events from Van Buren's administration including the Panic of 1837 and the passage of the Independent Treasury Act. Information about his childhood, family, personal life, and retirement years is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book The Fox at Bay written by James C. Curtis and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A critical analysis of the domestic and foreign policies of the United States president who assumed office at a difficult moment in history.
Download or read book Martin Van Buren written by Innovating History and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-03 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Martin Van Buren was the eighth President of the United States. He was the first US citizen to become President. He was also a capable politician, a shrewd negotiator and the first politician to create an administrative infrastructure to support his election campaigns. He served as Governor of New York City and Vice President in the Andrew Jackson administration before he easily won the Presidential election of 1836. Yet Martin Van Buren has been almost completely forgotten by history. Why is that? Van Buren was no less able than many of his contemporaries yet they are remembered while he is not. Perhaps it was because he lacked the flamboyant personality of many early US politicians? Perhaps it was because The Little Magician liked to work his magic behind the scenes rather than in the glare of publicity? Perhaps it is simply that he is considered a 'failed' President because he was unable to deal with the financial crisis which engulfed America during his Presidency? This book looks at the life and work of one of the least known and appreciated Presidents of the United States. It also highlights some intriguing facts about Van Buren's life including the surprising omissions in his autobiography, his part in the scandalous Petticoat Affair and the little-known link between President Van Buren and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Rediscover America's forgotten President in this book which covers; *Early Life in New York State *Entry into State politics *National politics and the emergence of the Sly Fox *Presidency and the Financial Crisis *Later life *Legacy
Download or read book The Life and Political Opinions of Martin Van Buren written by William M. Holland and published by Hartford : Belknap & Hamersley. This book was released on 1835 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Martin Van Buren written by Steven Ferry and published by . This book was released on 2001-08 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the early life, family, political career, and contributions of the eighth president of the United States.
Download or read book Third State of the Union Address written by Martin Van Buren and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-06-03 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Presidential address was made in 1839. In it, reference is made to boundary disputes between British-held territory and America and also to disputes with Mexico. He speaks of other peaceable relations in other parts of the world. He also alludes to the hostility shown by Canadians to their counterparts in America.
Download or read book The American Talleyrand written by Holmes Moss Alexander and published by . This book was released on 1935 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Martin Van Buren written by John Niven and published by New York : Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1983 with total page 760 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biography of the 8th president. Emphasis on political aspects of his life.
Download or read book The Coming of Democracy written by Mark R. Cheathem and published by Johns Hopkins University Press+ORM. This book was released on 2018-08-01 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A look at how presidential campaigning changed between 1824 to 1840, leading to a new surge in voter participation: “A pleasure to read.” —Robert M. Owens, author of Mr. Jefferson’s Hammer After the “corrupt bargain” that awarded John Quincy Adams the presidency in 1825, American politics underwent a fundamental shift from deference to participation. This changing tide eventually propelled Andrew Jackson into the White House—twice. But the presidential race that best demonstrated the extent of the changes was that of Martin Van Buren and war hero William Henry Harrison in 1840. Harrison’s campaign was famously marked by sloganeering and spirited rallies. In The Coming of Democracy, Mark R. Cheathem examines the evolution of presidential campaigning from 1824 to 1840. Addressing the roots of early republic cultural politics—from campaign biographies to songs, political cartoons, and public correspondence between candidates and voters—Cheathem asks the reader to consider why such informal political expressions increased so dramatically during the Jacksonian period. What sounded and looked like mere entertainment, he argues, held important political meaning. The extraordinary voter participation rate—over 80 percent—in the 1840 presidential election indicated that both substantive issues and cultural politics drew Americans into the presidential selection process. Drawing on period newspapers, diaries, memoirs, and public and private correspondence, The Coming of Democracy is the first book-length treatment to reveal how presidents and presidential candidates used both old and new forms of cultural politics to woo voters and win elections in the Jacksonian era. This book, winner of an award from the Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society, is excellent and thought-provoking reading for anyone interested in US politics, the Jacksonian/antebellum era, or the presidency.
