Building Toward the Civil War: Generational Rhythms in American Politics - Hardcover

Elazar, Daniel J.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0819183490 ISBN 13: 9780819183491

Publisher: Madison Books, 1992

Synopsis

In the years between 1846 and 1861, foundations were laid for new forms of political organization in the United States. Unfortunately, these foundations were not strong enough to prevent civil war.

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In the years between 1846 and 1861, foundations were laid for new forms of political organization in the United States. Unfortunately, these foundations were not strong enough to prevent civil war. Daniel Elazar, one of the world's leading authorities on constitutional issues, goes beyond the usual discussion of the southern slave economy and the northern disapproval of the slave trade, to get to the root of the problem. He describes a fast-changing culture underpinning explosive political differences and examines the specific social, political, and economic changes that were occurring at the time - changes that tore communities and families apart, drove northern and southern states into conflict and eventually led the nation into a bloody civil war.

About the Author

Daniel J. Elazar (1934-1999) was president of the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs, and professor of political science and director of the Center for the Study of Federalism at Temple University. His many books include the four-volume "The Covenant Tradition in Politics" (Transaction).

Edition details

• Publisher: Madison Books
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0819183490
• ISBN 13: 9780819183491
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 238