The log cabin myth : the social backgrounds of the presidents / Edward Pessen.
1984
E176.1 .P475 1984 (Mapit)
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Title
The log cabin myth : the social backgrounds of the presidents / Edward Pessen.
Author
Pessen, Edward, 1920-1992.
ISBN
0300037546 (pbk. : alk. paper)
0300031661 (alk. paper)
9780300031669 (alk. paper)
0300031661 (alk. paper)
9780300031669 (alk. paper)
Publication Details
New Haven : Yale University Press, c1984.
Language
English
Description
xii, 196 p. ; 21 cm.
Call Number
E176.1 .P475 1984
Dewey Decimal Classification
305.9/3512
Summary
Examines the backgrounds and social standings of the families of the presidents to test the myth that most fit the rags-to-riches theme with surprising results.
Note
Includes index.
Bibliography, etc. Note
Bibliography.
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