For fear of an elective king : George Washington and the presidential title controversy of 1789
2014
923.173 W318batu 2014 MB
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Title
For fear of an elective king : George Washington and the presidential title controversy of 1789
Variant Title
George Washington and the presidential title controversy of 1789
Published
Ithaca : Cornell University Press, 2014.
Description
x, 252 p. : ill., ports. ; 25 cm.
Call Number
923.173 W318batu 2014 MB
System Control No.
(OCoLC)879583350
Note
Includes bibliographical references (p. 227-243) and index.
Contents: Introduction : the title controversy and the early presidency -- "An improper distinction of rank" : the persistence of titles -- The third body of Washington : sovereignties in confusion -- Protecting the presidency : a republican dilemma -- Debating a "doubtful power" : the legislative battle engaged -- "Strange contradictions" : the people confront status distinction -- A "dangerous vice" : leaders under scrutiny -- Conclusion : the path to American democratic leadership.
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Contents: Introduction : the title controversy and the early presidency -- "An improper distinction of rank" : the persistence of titles -- The third body of Washington : sovereignties in confusion -- Protecting the presidency : a republican dilemma -- Debating a "doubtful power" : the legislative battle engaged -- "Strange contradictions" : the people confront status distinction -- A "dangerous vice" : leaders under scrutiny -- Conclusion : the path to American democratic leadership.
L2014M154
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