The Vice Presidents

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The Vice Presidents is an expertly written, multiauthor compendium that narrates and explains the lives and careers of America's 45 vice presidents. It is an essential guide for anyone seeking a complete understanding of the development and workings of the United States government, and a great read for those who are fascinated by the interplay of politics and power. The Vice Presidents contains 45 biographies written by prominent experts and scholars; a detailed chronology of the political history of the United States from the Revolution to the second term of Vice President Al Gore; suggested further reading about each vice president; cross-references, a bibliography, and an index; and portraits of all 45 vice presidents.

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