Isbn: 9780243414277 - the magazine of history, 1917: with notes and queries; extra number-no. 58; rare lincolniana no. 12 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This insightful and compelling book compiles extracts from notable speeches delivered during and after the 1864 Chicago Democratic Convention. It captures the spirit of this controversial gathering and reveals the Democratic Party's vehement opposition to President Lincoln's administration. The author presents a comprehensive overview of the convention, including fiery speeches by Vallandigham, Douglas, and others, who advocated for peace, conciliation, and a cessation of hostilities with the Confederacy. The book offers a unique glimpse into the political climate of the Civil War era, highlighting the deep divisions within the nation and the lengths to which some were willing to go to achieve their goals. By examining the rhetoric and proposals of the convention, this book provides valuable insights into the complex dynamics of American politics during this transformative period. 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.…