Publisher's Synopsis
The First Lincoln and Douglas Debate: At Ottawa, Illinois, August 21, 1858 is a book written by Abraham Lincoln, one of the most prominent figures in American history. This book is a transcript of the first debate between Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas, which took place during the Illinois senatorial campaign of 1858. The debate was held in Ottawa, Illinois, on August 21, 1858, and was attended by thousands of people.The book provides a detailed account of the debate, including the arguments made by both Lincoln and Douglas. It covers a range of topics, including slavery, states' rights, and the role of the federal government. The book is an important historical document, as it provides insight into the political climate of the time and the issues that were being debated.The First Lincoln and Douglas Debate: At Ottawa, Illinois, August 21, 1858 was originally published in 1897, nearly 40 years after the debate took place. The book has since been reprinted many times and is widely regarded as a classic of American political literature. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln.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.
