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The Life Of Thaddeus Stevens: A Study In American Political History, Especially In The Period Of The Civil War And Reconstruction

The Life Of Thaddeus Stevens: A Study In American Political History, Especially In The Period Of The Civil War And Reconstruction

Woodburn, James a.

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ISBN10: 1428604804
ISBN13: 9781428604803
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 15 2006
Pages: 616
Weight: 1.96
Height: 1.37 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of Thaddeus Stevens: A Study in American Political History, Especially in the Period of the Civil War and Reconstruction is a comprehensive biography of one of the most influential figures in American politics during the mid-19th century. Written by James A. Woodburn, a distinguished historian and political scientist, the book provides a detailed account of Stevens' life, from his early years in rural Vermont to his rise as a prominent lawyer and politician in Pennsylvania.Stevens was a staunch abolitionist and advocate for civil rights, and played a key role in the fight against slavery and the reconstruction of the South after the Civil War. As a member of Congress and later as the leader of the Radical Republicans, he pushed for measures such as the Emancipation Proclamation, the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments to the Constitution, and the creation of the Freedmen's Bureau.The book explores Stevens' personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues, as well as his political career and the controversies and challenges he faced. It also provides a broader context for understanding the political and social issues of the time, including the tensions between the North and South, the struggle for civil rights, and the challenges of reconstruction.Overall, The Life of Thaddeus Stevens is a rich and detailed portrait of a fascinating figure in American history, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the struggle for civil rights in the United States.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.

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