From Jefferson To Lincoln

By William MacDonald

Book Overview

From Jefferson to Lincoln is a historical book written by William MacDonald. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the political and social changes that took place in the United States from the time of Thomas Jefferson's presidency to the presidency of Abraham Lincoln. The book covers a period of over sixty years, from 1800 to 1860, and explores the major events and personalities that shaped American history during this time. The book begins with a detailed examination of Thomas Jefferson's presidency, including his views on democracy, freedom, and the role of government. The author then moves on to discuss the rise of the Democratic Party and the election of Andrew Jackson, which marked a significant shift in American politics. The book also covers the major social and economic changes that took place during this period, including the growth of industrialization, the expansion of slavery, and the westward expansion of the United States. The author provides a detailed analysis of the debates and controversies surrounding these issues, including the Missouri Compromise, the Mexican-American War, and the Compromise of 1850. The book concludes with a discussion of the election of Abraham Lincoln and the events that led to the outbreak of the Civil War. The author provides a detailed analysis of the political and social factors that contributed to the conflict, including the issue of slavery, states' rights, and the role of the federal government. Overall, From Jefferson to Lincoln is a comprehensive and insightful book that provides a detailed analysis of the major events and personalities that shaped American history during the first six decades of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and culture.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: 1432503227
• ISBN13: 9781432503222
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"