Excerpt from Stephen A. Douglas, a Frontier Statesman; The First Phase: Study of a Formative Principle in Western Statesmanship From 1840-1850
(a) The one great and comprehensive movement in our history is found in the Westward expansion of'our the coast towns of our colonial days, across the Appalachian mountains, to the Mississippi Valley, then to the plains of the farther West, and again over mountains and across deserts.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and career of a prominent American statesman during a pivotal period in the nation's history. The author meticulously examines the westward expansion of the United States, highlighting its profound impact on national legislation and political institutions. The book emphasizes the role of frontier statesmanship in shaping the country's destiny, particularly in the context of the slavery question. Through a detailed analysis of the statesman's actions and beliefs, the author sheds light on the complex interplay between political ambition, economic opportunity, and moral considerations. The book explores the statesman's efforts to balance the interests of different regions and navigate the challenges posed by slavery. By placing the statesman's career within the broader historical context of westward expansion, the author offers valuable insights into the formative principles of American democracy and the enduring legacy of frontier values. Ultimately, this book illuminates the crucial role played by frontier statesmen in shaping the nation's identity and resolving the fundamental issues that divided it. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243218479_0
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