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President Mckinley: Architect Of The American Century
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?A Deft Character Study Of A President.?The New York Times Book Review?A Valuable Education On Where America Has Been And, Possibly, Where It Is Going.?National Review?Magisterial.?The Christian Science Monitorin This Great American Story, Acclaimed Historian Robert Merry Resurrects The Presidential Reputation Of William Mckinley, Which Loses Out To The Brilliant And Flamboyant Theodore Roosevelt Who Succeeded Him After His Assassination. He Portrays Mckinley As A Chief Executive Of Consequence Whose Low Place In The Presidential Rankings Does Not Reflect His Enduring Accomplishments And The Stamp He Put On The Country?S Future Role In The World.Republican President William Mckinley In His Two Terms As President (1897 1901) Transformed America. He Established The Us As An Imperial Power. Although He Does Not Register Large In Either Public Memory Or In Historians? Rankings, In This Revealing Account, Robert W. Merry Unfolds The Mystery Of How This Bland Man Managed So Much Powerful Change.Mckinley Settled Decades Of Monetary Controversy By Taking The Country To A Strict Gold Standard; In The Spanishamerican War He Kicked Spain Out Of The Caribbean And Liberated Cuba From Spain; In The Pacific He Acquired Hawaii And The Philippines Through War And Diplomacy; He Developed The Doctrine Of ?Fair Trade?; Forced The ?Open Door? To China; Forged Our ?Special Relationship? With Great Britain. In Short, He Established The Noncolonial Imperialism That Took America Into Global Preeminence. He Expanded Executive Power And Managed Public Opinion Through His Quiet Manipulation Of The Press. Mckinley Paved The Way For The Bold And Flamboyant Leadership Of His Famous Successor, Teddy Roosevelt, Who Built On His Accomplishments (And Got Credit For Them).Merry Writes Movingly About Mckinley?S Admirable Personal Life, From His Simple Midwestern Upbringing To His Civil War Heroism To His Brave Comportment Just Moments Before His Death By Assassination (It Was Only Six Months Into His Second Term When He Was Shot). Lively, Definitive, And Eyeopening, President Mckinley Resurrects This Overlooked President And Places Him Squarely On The List Of One Of The Most Important.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'President McKinley: Architect of the American Century'? A: The main theme of the book is the revival of President William McKinley's reputation and his significant role in transforming America into an imperial power during his presidency from 1897 to 1901.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'President McKinley: Architect of the American Century' is Robert W. Merry, an acclaimed historian known for his insightful analyses of American history.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on November 7, 2017.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book consists of 624 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in American history? A: Yes, the book is highly suitable for readers interested in American history, particularly those wanting to understand the complexities of McKinley's presidency and his impact on the United States.
- Q: What kind of insights does Robert W. Merry provide in this book? A: Robert W. Merry provides insights into McKinley's political strategies, his accomplishments, and how his leadership laid the groundwork for future presidents, particularly Theodore Roosevelt.
- Q: Is there a focus on McKinley's personal life in this book? A: Yes, the book also delves into McKinley's personal life, including his humble beginnings, Civil War heroism, and his demeanor before his assassination.
- Q: What are some key accomplishments of President McKinley highlighted in the book? A: Key accomplishments highlighted include establishing the gold standard, leading the U.S. during the Spanish-American War, acquiring Hawaii and the Philippines, and developing fair trade policies.
- Q: Is this book considered a definitive account of McKinley's presidency? A: Yes, the book is regarded as a lively and definitive account that seeks to resurrect McKinley’s legacy and reevaluate his importance in American history.