Lincoln and His World : Volume 3, the Rise to National Prominence, 1843-1853

by MILLER RICHARD LAWRENCE

• ISBN13: 9780786459285
• ISBN10: 078645928X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-01-12
• Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc Pub

Summary

Based on deep consultation of seldom-examined primary sources, this third volume in Richard Lawrence Miller's massive Lincoln biography follows Lincoln's long effort to win a seat in Congress, his activity there, and his return to Illinois--chastened by his Washington experience. Topics include: Lincoln's anti-slavery efforts in Congress; the popularity of his stance against the Mexican War (which, contrary to common belief, didn't significantly harm his political reputation); his support of Zachary Taylor's presidential campaign and his subsequent efforts to win a patronage job from the Taylor White House; his political activities after returning to Illinois; and his generally happy home life with Mary and his sons. Throughout the work, a new portrait emerges of Lincoln as a canny politician, making his own luck by striking swiftly and strongly when opportunities arose.

Author Biography

Richard Lawrence Miller worked for former president Herbert Hoover's personal archivist after college. Later, Miller became a public radio producer, whose programs were heard on National Public Radio and other outlets. He is an independent scholar who investigates and writes about a wide range of topics. A community organizer, he lives in Kansas City, Missouri.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	p. v
Preface	p. 1
1843: Thwarted for a Congressional Seat	p. 3
1844: Thwarted Again	p. 41
1845: Maneuvering Toward Congress	p. 80
1846: Victory at Last	p. 94
1847: Never-Ending Politics	p. 125
1847-1848: Thirtieth Congress, First Session	p. 157
1848: Illinois and Massachusetts	p. 193
1848-1849: Thirtieth Congress, Second Session	p. 217
1850: Slavery	p. 249
1851: Slavery Still	p. 285
1852: Law and Politics	p. 299
1853: Last Days Before Battle	p. 324
Chapter Notes	p. 359
Sources	p. 393
Index	p. 405
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