Autobiography Of Stephen A. Douglas (1913)

By Frank Everett Stevens and Stephen Arnold Douglas

Book Overview

The Autobiography of Stephen A. Douglas is a memoir written by the American politician and statesman Stephen A. Douglas. Originally published in 1913, the book chronicles the life and career of Douglas, who is best known for his role in the Lincoln-Douglas debates and his advocacy for popular sovereignty in the lead-up to the Civil War.The book begins with Douglas's early life in Vermont and his move to Illinois, where he quickly became involved in state politics. Douglas recounts his rise to prominence in the Democratic Party, including his election to the U.S. House of Representatives and his subsequent service in the Senate.Throughout the book, Douglas provides insights into the major political issues of his time, including slavery, westward expansion, and the role of the federal government. He also shares personal anecdotes and reflections on his relationships with other prominent figures of the era, including Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas.Overall, the Autobiography of Stephen A. Douglas offers a unique perspective on American politics and history, as seen through the eyes of one of its most influential and controversial figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163957895
• ISBN13: 9781163957899
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 54 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"