The Life Of Stephen A. Douglas

By James Washington Sheahan

Book Overview

""The Life of Stephen A. Douglas"" is a biography written by James W. Sheahan. The book is a detailed account of the life of Stephen A. Douglas, who was an American politician and lawyer from Illinois. Douglas was a prominent figure in the mid-19th century and played a significant role in the events leading up to the Civil War. The book covers Douglas's early life, his education, his political career, and his personal life. It also explores his views on slavery and his role in the Kansas-Nebraska Act, which led to the expansion of slavery in the United States. The book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of Douglas's life and legacy, and sheds light on the political and social context of the time. Overall, ""The Life of Stephen A. Douglas"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and the Civil War era.Douglas Was The Judge Who Presided Over The Trial Of The Mormon Prophet Joseph Smith. He Was Elected To Successive Terms In The U. S. Congress And Senate (1843-To His Death). A Presidential Candidate During The 1852 And 1856 Elections And Again In 1860 When He Ran On The Democratic Ticket Against The Republican Candidate, Abraham Lincoln And Lost.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: 1162969601
• ISBN13: 9781162969602
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 544 Pages
• Weight: 1.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"