Caucuses Of 1860 A History Of The National Political Conventions Of The Current Presidential Campaign

""Caucuses of 1860"" is a historical account of the national political conventions that took place during the presidential campaign of 1860. Written by Murat Halstead, a prominent journalist and editor of the Cincinnati Commercial newspaper at the time, the book provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the events leading up to the election of Abraham Lincoln as the 16th President of the United States. Halstead's book covers the four major political parties of the time: the Democrats, Republicans, Constitutional Unionists, and Southern Democrats. He provides an in-depth look at the key players, issues, and strategies that shaped each party's platform and ultimately determined the outcome of the election. Throughout the book, Halstead offers a vivid portrayal of the political landscape of the time, including the heated debates, the backroom deals, and the intense rivalries that characterized the conventions. He also provides a fascinating glimpse into the personalities of the candidates themselves, including Lincoln, Stephen A. Douglas, John C. Breckinridge, and John Bell. Overall, ""Caucuses of 1860"" is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in American political history. Halstead's writing style is clear and concise, and his attention to detail and historical accuracy make this book a valuable resource for scholars and casual readers alike.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.