"History of the United States of America, Volume 8 (of 9)" by Henry Adams is a historical exploration of James Madison's second term as president, from 1813 to 1817. The story dives into the challenges and conflicts of the time, especially the War of 1812, showcasing the sharp disagreements across the nation with a particular focus on the troubles in New England and the political schemes that defined the era. It highlights the reluctance of Massachusetts Federalists, their push for neutrality, and the difficult situation faced by leaders like Governor Strong and Josiah Quincy as they navigated the war. Opening with a focus on New England's unhappiness with the war, the book paints a picture of America deeply divided, with the complex political situation immediately grabbing your attention.
History of the United States of America, Volume 8 (of 9) : $b During the second administration of James Madison
By Henry Adams
Witness a divided nation grapple with war, political intrigue, and moral dilemmas during a crucial period in American history.
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About the AuthorHenry Brooks Adams was an American historian and a member of the Adams political family, descended from two U.S. presidents. As a young Harvard graduate, he served as secretary to his father, Charles Francis Adams, Abraham Lincoln's ambassador to the United Kingdom. The posting influenced the younger man through the experience of wartime diplomacy, and absorption in English culture, especially the works of John Stuart Mill. After the American Civil War, he became a political journalist who entertained America's foremost intellectuals at his homes in Washington and Boston.
Henry Brooks Adams was an American historian and a member of the Adams political family, descended from two U.S. presidents. As a young Harvard graduate, he served as secretary to his father, Charles Francis Adams, Abraham Lincoln's ambassador to the United Kingdom. The posting influenced the younger man through the experience of wartime diplomacy, and absorption in English culture, especially the works of John Stuart Mill. After the American Civil War, he became a political journalist who entertained America's foremost intellectuals at his homes in Washington and Boston.
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