Slavery and the annexation of Texas
By: With the collaboration of Lois Bannister Merk.
Edition: (1st ed.).
Publisher: Knopf
Published: 1972
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 290
Subjects: Texas -- History -- Republic, 1836-1846.; UnitedStates -- Politics and government -- 1841-1845.; United States -- Politics and government -- 1845-1849.
Description: In this book, the eminent Harvard historian Frederick Merk focuses on the intricate maneuverings of President Tyler and his colleagues to reverse the policies of three previous Administrations and, without reference to public opinion, move toward the annexation of Texas.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.