Harry V. Jaffa
Harry Victor Jaffa was an American political philosopher and historian. He was a prominent scholar of the American founding and Abraham Lincoln, and is best known for his work on the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Jaffa was a professor at Claremont McKenna College and Claremont Graduate University, and he was a key figure in the development of the Claremont Institute.
Books
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1. Crisis Of The House Divided
An Interpretation of the Issues in the Lincoln-Douglas Debates
"Crisis of the House Divided" is an in-depth analysis of the debates between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas during the 1858 Illinois Senate race. The book examines the philosophical and moral conflicts embodied in the arguments of both figures, particularly focusing on issues of slavery and the nature of the Union. Through a detailed exploration of their speeches, the author argues that Lincoln's stance was not only a political strategy but also a profound moral vision, which laid the groundwork for his presidency and the future of American democracy. The work is celebrated for its rigorous scholarship and its contribution to the understanding of American political thought.
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