TY - BOOK AU - Fleming, Thomas J. TI - The Louisiana purchase SN - 471267384 AV - E 333 .F629 2003 PY - 2003/// CY - Hoboken, NJ PB - Wiley KW - Louisiana purchase N1 - Includes bibliographical references N2 - A renowned historian gives a fascinating account of how the United States doubled its size. In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory from France for $15 million. Fleming takes a fresh look at this decisive moment in American history and brings to life the diplomatic maneuvering and political battles that led to the purchase. www.alibris.com ER -