views on slavery

Explores how many of Thomas Jefferson's decisions and policies during his presidency were influenced by the power of the slave states and his own views on slavery.

"Presents an overview of Lincoln's viewpoint of the Constitution, and provides a starting point for further inquiry into interpretations and defenses as well as the political, intellectual, and cultural traditions of the founding document of the United States"--Provided by publisher.

Traces the development of Jefferson's attitudes toward slavery through his lifetime and relates this aspect of his thinking to his other political and social views.

Discusses Abraham Lincoln's role in the abolition of slavery, as well as the Civil War and the Emancipation Proclamation.

Examines the life of Abraham Lincoln in the context of the spread of slavery in the United States, and discusses his actions as a politician to eliminate slavery with the Emancipation Proclamation.

Examines Abraham Lincoln's attitudes toward slavery, focusing on his years as president when he worked on the Emancipation Proclamation that freed the slaves, and on record: discussing his belief that the spread of slavery would destroy democracy.