The Lincoln-Douglas senatorial debates of 1858 marked a significant
crossroads in the political career of Abraham Lincoln. Though he
lost the Unites States senate seat for Illinois to Stephen A.
Douglas, the debates launched Lincoln into political prominence and
eventually contributed to his successful run for the presidency.
This work reveals Lincoln's political evolution during the debates
through a narrative approach, evaluating his debate strategy and
seemingly inconsistent views on slavery and racial inequality.
Organized chronologically, the book examines each of the seven
debates individually, acknowledging Lincoln's disappointing turns
at Jonesboro and Charleston but celebrating his powerful comeback
at Alton in the final senatorial debate.
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