John Quincy Adams |
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| Author:
| Remini, Robert V. |
| Read by:
| Claffey, Ira |
| Editor:
| Schlesinger, Arthur M. |
| Series title: | The American Presidents Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-55927-739-6 |
| Publication Date: | Sep 2002 |
| Publisher: | Macmillan Audio
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| Book Format: | Other merchandise |
| List Price: | USD $25.95 |
Book Description:
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A vivid portrait of a man whose pre- and post-presidential careers overshadowed his presidency In the years before his presidency Adams was a shrewd and influential diplomat and later, as Secretary of State under President James Monroe, he solidified many aspects of American foreign policy, including the Monroe Doctrine. He also negotiated the Transcontinental Treaty, through which Spain acknowledged Florida to be part of the United States. After leaving...
More Description A vivid portrait of a man whose pre- and post-presidential careers overshadowed his presidency
In the years before his presidency Adams was a shrewd and influential diplomat and later, as Secretary of State under President James Monroe, he solidified many aspects of American foreign policy, including the Monroe Doctrine. He also negotiated the Transcontinental Treaty, through which Spain acknowledged Florida to be part of the United States. After leaving office, he earned the nickname "Old Man Eloquent" for his passionate anti-slavery speeches.