Thirty Years' View (Vol. 2 of 2) by Thomas Hart Benton
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| Author | Benton, Thomas Hart, 1782-1858 |
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| Title |
Thirty Years' View (Vol. 2 of 2) or, A History of the Working of the American Government for Thirty Years, from 1820 to 1850 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Thirty Years' View (Vol. 2 of 2)" by Thomas Hart Benton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This comprehensive work examines the workings of the American government from 1820 to 1850, primarily derived from congressional debates, private papers of notable figures such as General Jackson, and Benton’s personal speeches. The book provides a critical lens on various political themes, including financial crises, the impact of slavery on governance, and the intricacies of national legislation during this pivotal period in American history. The opening of this volume highlights the inauguration of President Martin Van Buren and outlines his initial policies and views, particularly regarding foreign relations and the contentious subject of slavery. Benton captures Van Buren's commitment to a peaceful foreign policy that avoided entangling alliances while simultaneously addressing the specter of slavery that loomed over American politics. Additionally, the text delves into the early economic turmoil faced under Van Buren's administration, marked by significant financial distress and the consequences of banking practices, setting the stage for the crisis that would engulf both the economy and political discourse in the ensuing chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government -- 1815-1861 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 44837 |
| Release Date | Feb 5, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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