Crisis Vol Rationale by Thomas Sizer (5 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate relationship between republicanism and slavery in the United States during the mid-19th century. The author argues that the political system established by the Founding Fathers was incompatible with the institution of slavery, leading to a fundamental conflict between the principles of democracy and the perpetuation of human bondage. The book examines the efforts of slave states to maintain their power within the union, their manipulation of political institutions, and the erosion of republican values in these states. Ultimately, the author contends that the inherent contradictions between republicanism and slavery set the stage for the American Civil War, highlighting the profound impact of this struggle on the nation's history and the enduring legacy of the fight for freedom and equality. 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.…