9780282880613 - Hard Times Tokens (Classic Reprint) de Low, Lyman Haynes (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of "Hard Times Tokens," a unique series of coins minted in the United States during a period of economic and political turmoil in the 1830s. The author meticulously examines these tokens, offering detailed descriptions and historical context that brings their significance to life. The tokens served as miniature canvases for expressing political satire, social commentary, and economic anxieties of the era. They became a voice for the public during the Bank War, a clash between President Andrew Jackson and supporters of the Second Bank of the United States, and the subsequent economic depression. The author explores the symbolism embedded within the tokens, such as the defiant "The Bank Must Perish" and the humorous depiction of a tortoise carrying a safe labeled "Sub-Treasury," reflecting the slow and uncertain nature of government finances. Readers will gain insights into the political landscape of Jacksonian America, the economic hardships faced by ordinary citizens, and the creative ways people used these tokens to express their opinions and cope with challenging times. The book's exploration of "Hard Times Tokens" offers a valuable window into a pivotal period in American history, revealing how economic and political issues resonated in the lives of everyday people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.