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Biography of ZACHARY TAYLOR: A Nation on the Brink: Leadership, Slavery, and the Storm Before the Civil War

Bradley Woodruff

A Nation on the Brink: The Untold Story of Zachary Taylor's Presidency and the Struggle for America's Future

Zachary Taylor is often remembered as a war hero, but his presidency remains one of the most enigmatic and overlooked chapters in American history. This book uncovers the untold story of a man who rose from the battlefields of the Mexican-American War to the highest office in the land-only to find himself at the heart of a political firestorm that would shape the course of the Civil War.

Unlike any other biography, A Nation on the Brink delves deep into Taylor's unwavering defiance against the spread of slavery, his fierce clashes with Congress, and the shocking circumstances surrounding his sudden death-sparking conspiracy theories that linger to this day. With exclusive insights, previously overlooked details, and a gripping narrative, this book challenges long-standing assumptions about Taylor's short but pivotal presidency.

Readers cannot afford to miss this eye-opening exploration of a president who stood firm in a divided nation, a leader whose legacy continues to echo in the struggle for America's soul.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Publish Date: Mar 5th, 2025
  • Pages: 164
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.50in - 5.50in - 0.35in - 0.43lb
  • EAN: 9798313083803
  • Categories: Presidents & Heads of State