Description
The first edition of the Civil and Military History of Andrew Jackson, a campaign biography from “An American Officer,” published in 1825. A scarce account of Jackson’s military activities in Florida.
Octavo, ix, 359pp, [1]. Full calf, title stamped in gilt over red morocco on the spine. Decorative gilt on the spine. Includes engraved frontispiece portrait of Jackson. Previous ownership inscription on the frontispiece portrait. Scattered foxing throughout, solid text block. Solid hinges.
(Sabin 35363)
This work is attributed to Samuel Putnam Waldo.
Andrew Jackson (1767-1845) served as President of the United States from 1829 to 1837. He is remembered as a controversial and fierce politician who consistently fought for democracy, majority rule, and direct election of government officials. These themes are present in his first inaugural address, where he acknowledges the “arduous duties” he must carry out “by the choice of a free people.”
