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THE TYRANNY OF POWER IBD

KESSINGER PUBLISHING, LLC
12 / 2009
9781120766809
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Sinopsis

The Tyranny of Power is a historical novel written by Charles Sumner Clark and published in 1910. The book tells the story of two notable wars of the United States that took place before the Civil War. The first war is the Mexican-American War, which occurred between 1846 and 1848. The second war is the Seminole Wars, which took place between 1816 and 1858.The novel follows the lives of two main characters, Captain Henry Clay Dean and Lieutenant George Foster. Captain Dean is a seasoned soldier who fought in the Mexican-American War, while Lieutenant Foster is a young officer who is just starting his military career. The two men become close friends and comrades-in-arms as they fight in these two wars.Throughout the book, the author explores themes such as the abuse of power, corruption, and the impact of war on individuals and society. The novel also portrays the political and social climate of the United States during the mid-19th century, including issues such as slavery and the expansion of the country?s borders.Overall, The Tyranny of Power is a gripping tale of war, friendship, and the struggle for power in a rapidly changing America. It provides a unique perspective on two important conflicts in the nation?s history and sheds light on the complex issues that shaped the country during this time period.An American Story For Americans.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world?s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.