U.S. Presidents and Foreign Policy: From 1789 to the Present

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This work is a unique single source for information on the foreign policy-wars, treaties, initiatives, and doctrines-of all 43 presidents of the United States. * 42 essays-one per president-from leading historians and political scientists * Primary source documents such as Abraham Lincoln's first inaugural address, John L. O'Sullivan on manifest destiny, and James K. Polk's war message * A detailed chronology provides a convenient overview of the whole history of American foreign policy * A bibliography following each section gives access to additional resources for more extensive research

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"Collections that have a focus in American history and policy will want to strongly consider this volume." - Booklist "It is recommended for public and college libraries." - Reference & User Services Quarterly "It should be of particular interest to most students and particularly those from history and political areas as well as journalistic and legislative personnel." - ARBA

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Carl Hodge, PhD, is associate professor of political science and director of international relations at the University of British Columbia-Okanagan in Kelowna, British Columbia. Cathal Nolan, PhD, is associate professor of history at Boston University, Boston, MA, where he also serves as executive director of the International History Institute.