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First edition with full number line present. A concise presidential biography covering James K. Polk, the 11th President of the United States, and his role in expansion, Texas annexation, Oregon, the Mexican-American War, and the growth of the United States as a continental nation. Synopsis: John Seigenthaler presents James K. Polk as one of America’s most consequential and underappreciated presidents. Serving from 1845 to 1849, Polk oversaw major territorial expansion, including Texas, Oregon, California, and New Mexico. This volume examines Polk’s ambition, political discipline, controversial leadership, and lasting impact on the shape of the United States.