Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""The Life of Thaddeus Stevens: A Study in American Political History, Especially in the Period of the Civil War and Reconstruction"" is a comprehensive biography of Thaddeus Stevens, an American politician who played a significant role in the country's history during the Civil War and Reconstruction period. The author of the book, James A. Woodburn, provides a detailed account of Stevens' life, starting from his childhood and early years in Vermont to his political career in Pennsylvania.The book explores Stevens' political ideology and his role in the abolitionist movement, as well as his efforts to advance civil rights for African Americans during and after the Civil War. The author also examines Stevens' involvement in the impeachment of President Andrew Johnson and his efforts to ensure that the rights of freed slaves were protected during the Reconstruction period.Woodburn's biography offers a critical analysis of Stevens' political career and his impact on American politics, as well as his personal life and relationships. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, and civil rights, and provides a detailed and insightful portrait of one of the most important figures of the Civil War and Reconstruction era.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.
