Slavery and Racism in American Politics, 1776-1876
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Slavery and Racism in American Politics, 1776-1876 by Michael C Thomsett
From the very inception of the United States, few issues have been so divisive and defining as American slavery. Even as the U.S. was founded on principles of liberty, independence and freedom, slavery advocates and sympathizers positioned themselves in every aspect of American influence. Over the centuries, the characterization of early American figures, legislation and party platforms has been debated. The author seeks to clarify often unanswered--or ignored--questions about notable figures, sociopolitical movements and their positions on slavery. From early legislation like the Fugitive Slave Law of 1793 to Reconstruction and the rise of the Ku Klux Klan, this book explores some of America's most controversial moments. Spanning the first American century, it offers a detailed chronology of slavery and racism in early U.S. politics and society.
“No serious student of American history can deny the importance of this book's focus—slavery and white racism as a leitmotif during the first 100 years of US historyPositioning southern slavery at the core of this history, the author surveys how the ‘peculiar institution’ began, evolved, and concluded during the crucible of the Civil War, but reemerged in a different guise during Reconstruction...factually driven...extremely well-illustrated...recommended”—Choice
Michael C. Thomsett is the author, coauthor or compiler of many books including topical dictionaries, collections of quotations and history books. He lives in Spring Hill, Tennessee.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781476670997 |
| ISBN 10 | 1476670994 |
| Title | Slavery and Racism in American Politics, 1776-1876 |
| Author | Michael C Thomsett |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | McFarland & Co Inc |
| Year published | 2019-12-16 |
| Number of pages | 249 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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