The Barnburners: A Study of the Internal Movements in the Political History of New York State

The Barnburners: A Study Of The Internal Movements In The Political History Of New York State is a book written by Herbert Darius Augustine Donovan that provides a comprehensive analysis of the political history of New York State. The book focuses on the Barnburners, a group of Democrats who broke away from the main party in the mid-19th century due to their opposition to the extension of slavery into new territories. The author examines the internal movements and political strategies of the Barnburners, including their alliances with other political groups and their impact on the state's political landscape. The book also explores the social and economic factors that contributed to the rise of the Barnburners and their eventual decline.Through extensive research and analysis of primary sources, Donovan provides a detailed account of the Barnburners' role in shaping New York State's political history. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American politics and the role of internal movements in shaping political ideologies.A Study Of The Internal Movements In The Political History Of New York State And Of The Resulting Changes In Political Affiliation, 1830-1852.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.