Stephen Arnold Douglas by William Garrott Brown
"Stephen Arnold Douglas" by William Garrott Brown is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and political career of Stephen A. Douglas, a prominent figure in American politics during the pre-Civil War era, highlighting his influence and the critical issues of his time, particularly concerning slavery and the expansion of the United States. The opening of the book sets the stage for Douglas's early life,
illustrating his upbringing and formative experiences in a rapidly changing America during the 1850s. It details his modest beginnings in Vermont, his struggle for education, and his early career in Illinois, where he quickly made a name for himself in politics and law. The narrative emphasizes Douglas's interaction with significant events and personalities of the time, showcasing his ambition and oratory skills that propelled him to political prominence, ultimately leading him to the center of the national debate over slavery and statehood. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Brown, William Garrott, 1868-1913 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02007637 |
| Title | Stephen Arnold Douglas |
| Series Title | Riverside Biographical Series, number 13 |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Bergquist and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | Douglas, Stephen A. (Stephen Arnold), 1813-1861 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27579 |
| Release Date | Dec 20, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 4747 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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