Publisher's Synopsis
James Buchanan: A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents is a comprehensive collection of the writings and speeches of the 15th President of the United States, James Buchanan. The book is edited by James D. Richardson and covers Buchanan's presidency from 1857 to 1861. The compilation includes Buchanan's inaugural address, state of the union messages, and other important speeches and letters. The book also provides historical context and commentary on Buchanan's presidency, including his handling of the secession crisis that led to the Civil War. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States and the presidency of James Buchanan.Included in this compilation are the papers of James Buchanan.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.