The Lincoln Douglas Debates

The Lincoln Douglas Debates is a collection of speeches and debates between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas during their campaign for the United States Senate in 1858. The book includes all seven debates that took place in Illinois, covering topics such as slavery, states' rights, and the role of the federal government. The debates are considered a significant event in American political history, as they helped to shape the national conversation about slavery and the future of the country. Lincoln's eloquent speeches and arguments are particularly noteworthy, and the book provides a fascinating insight into his political views and rhetorical style. Overall, The Lincoln Douglas Debates is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or public speaking.THIS 62 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Selections From the Works of Abraham Lincoln, by Abraham Lincoln. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 141910733X.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.