The Life of Martin Van Buren: Heir-apparent to the "government," and the Appointed Successor of General Andrew Jackson. Containing Every Authentic Particular by which His Extraordinary Character Has Been Formed. With a Concise History of the Events that Have Occasioned His Unparalleled Elevation; Together with a Review of His Policy as a Statesman ... |
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