Political History of Secession to the Beginning of the American Civil War

By Daniel Wait Howe

Book Overview

The book ""Political History Of Secession To The Beginning Of The American Civil War"" was written by Daniel Wait Howe and was first published in the year 1914. This book provides a comprehensive account of the political events that led to the American Civil War, starting from the secession of the Southern states from the Union and culminating in the outbreak of the war.The book begins by examining the economic, social, and political factors that led to the secession of the Southern states. It then goes on to describe the various attempts at compromise and reconciliation between the North and South, including the Crittenden Compromise and the Peace Conference of 1861. The book also delves into the legal and constitutional issues surrounding secession, including the Supreme Court's ruling in the Dred Scott case.Throughout the book, Howe provides detailed accounts of the major political figures of the time, including Abraham Lincoln, Jefferson Davis, and Stephen A. Douglas. He also examines the role of political parties, such as the Democratic and Republican parties, in shaping the events leading up to the Civil War.Overall, ""Political History Of Secession To The Beginning Of The American Civil War"" is an important historical work that provides valuable insight into the complex political landscape of the United States in the years leading up to the Civil War. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history and the causes of the Civil War.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: 054869060X
• ISBN13: 9780548690604
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 688 Pages
• Weight: 2.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"