Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""The True Doctrine of State Rights: With an Examination of the Record of the Democratic and Republican Parties in Connection with Slavery"" is written by James B. Waller. The book is an in-depth analysis of the concept of state rights and its connection with slavery in the United States. The author provides a historical perspective on the topic and delves into the political ideologies of the Democratic and Republican parties in relation to slavery.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of state rights and slavery. The author examines the constitutional basis of state rights and the role it played in the slavery debate. He also discusses the various arguments put forth by proponents of state rights and how they justified the institution of slavery.The author then goes on to examine the political parties of the time, namely the Democrats and Republicans, and their stance on slavery. He analyzes their party platforms, speeches, and actions to provide a comprehensive understanding of their views on the issue.The book also includes a critical evaluation of the Supreme Court's decision in the Dred Scott case, which further fueled the slavery debate. The author argues that the Court's decision was influenced by political ideology and not by legal principles.Overall, ""The True Doctrine of State Rights"" is a well-researched and thought-provoking book that provides a detailed analysis of the connection between state rights and slavery in the United States. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and civil rights.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.
