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100 1 _aGardner, William,
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245 1 4 _aThe Life of Stephen A. Douglas
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2001
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2001-04-01
508 _aPrepared by Brett Fishburne
520 _a"The Life of Stephen A. Douglas" by William Gardner is a historical account written in the late 19th century that explores the life and political career of Stephen A. Douglas, a prominent figure in American politics prior to the Civil War. The book delves into Douglas's early life, his ascent to political influence, and the complexities of his positions on pivotal issues such as slavery and national expansion. The narrative aims to provide a fair and balanced examination of Douglas's legacy, amidst a backdrop of political turbulence during a defining period in American history. At the start of the biography, the author presents a preface that establishes the context for understanding Douglas's life, emphasizing the challenges of political judgment and the necessity of looking beyond contemporary biases. It highlights Douglas's early years, detailing his upbringing, education, and entrance into the legal and political arenas. From his humble beginnings in Vermont to his adventurous journey westward, the text outlines his determination to overcome obstacles, leading to his eventual prominence as a public speaker and politician. The opening section sets the stage for an intricate exploration of his political ideologies and actions as he navigates the tumultuous political landscape leading to the Civil War. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aDouglas, Stephen A. (Stephen Arnold), 1813-1861
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2593
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