Lincoln At Peoria by Lewis E. Lehrman
The Turning Point
This insightful work delves into a pivotal moment in Abraham Lincoln's political career, focusing on his powerful speech in Peoria, Illinois, in 1854. The book examines how Lincoln's address against the Kansas-Nebraska Act marked a turning point, reigniting his political ambitions and setting the stage for his future leadership. Through meticulous research and analysis, the narrative explores the broader political and social context of the time, highlighting how Lincoln's eloquence and moral conviction began to shape the national debate on slavery, ultimately influencing the course of American history.
- Published
- 2008
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
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