Speeches And Debates, 1856-1858

Speeches and Debates, 1856-1858 presents a crucial period in the political career of Abraham Lincoln, documenting his rise to national prominence through his articulate and reasoned arguments on the pressing issues of the day. This volume captures a pivotal moment in American history, showcasing Lincoln’s evolving stance on slavery and states’ rights, and features his early political speeches, legal arguments, notes, and the first three joint debates with Stephen Douglas, along with the opening of the fourth debate.Edited by Marion Mills Miller, this collection offers readers invaluable insights into the political landscape of the pre-Civil War era, providing a firsthand account of the debates that shaped public opinion and ultimately influenced the course of the nation. Lincoln’s eloquence and intellectual rigor are on full display, making this volume essential for anyone interested in American history, political science, and the enduring legacy of one of America’s greatest leaders. Explore the genesis of Lincoln’s political thought and witness the power of his words in shaping the destiny of a nation.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.