Did Hawthorne write a biography for a presidential campaign?
Yes, for Franklin Pierce
No
Yes, for Abraham Lincoln
Yes, for George Washington
Answer
Yes, Nathaniel Hawthorne wrote a campaign biography for Franklin Pierce, who ran for president in 1852. The book, titled "Life of Franklin Pierce," portrayed Pierce as a heroic figure and emphasized his military service during the Mexican-American War. Hawthorne's biography contributed to Pierce's successful election as the 14th President of the United States.
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