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Who and What Is John Tyler?

Anti-Junius · 1843

An anonymous 1843 political pamphlet examining Tyler's political fortunes and character during his presidency.

A contemporary political pamphlet debating Tyler's character and politics during his presidency.

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Who and What Is John Tyler?
Anti-Junius, Who and What is John Tyler?, 1843.

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What it is

This is a political pamphlet published in 1843 by an author using the pseudonym Anti-Junius. It was part of a series called 'Political Tracts for the Times' and addresses Tyler's political career and standing during his presidency.

Why it matters

Written during Tyler's own term, the pamphlet reflects the fierce political debates surrounding him. Anonymous political tracts like this were common tools for shaping public opinion, showing how contested Tyler's presidency was among contemporaries.

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  • Why might the author have chosen to remain anonymous, using a pen name instead?
  • What does the pamphlet's price and distribution information tell you about how political opinions spread in 1843?
  • How might a pamphlet like this differ from a more balanced historical account?

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