Success of the Calhoun Revolution (Classic Reprint)

James Monroe Ashley

ISBN 10: 1330391853 / ISBN 13: 9781330391853

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate history of conflicts between the free and slave states in America during the 19th century. The author analyzes the role of the Supreme Court, arguing that it was taken over by a clique dedicated to upholding slavery's legality and expansion. The book provides a detailed account of how this takeover was achieved through the manipulation of judicial appointments and the suppression of opposing voices. It highlights the Dred Scott decision as a pivotal moment in this campaign, solidifying the notion of slavery as a constitutional right. The author emphasizes the significance of this decision, showing how it fueled tensions and ultimately contributed to the outbreak of the American Civil War. This book offers a profound understanding of the legal and political battles that shaped the course of slavery in the United States, making it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to grasp the complexities of this pivotal era. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Success of the Calhoun Revolution (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330391853
• ISBN 13: 9781330391853
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Political Theory and History

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Synopsis

Discover the forces that shaped American law and liberty. This nonfiction work analyzes how constitutional power and the judiciary influenced the spread of slavery, tracing political battles from the Calhoun era to the nation’s courts.

This volume compiles speeches, documents, and contemporary debates that framed a national crisis over slavery and federal authority. It presents historical arguments, key figures, and the political stakes behind landmark rulings and legislative battles, offering readers a clear view of how constitutional interpretation intersected with national policy.

• Explains the arguments around judicial power and the limits of the Supreme Court in the era of slavery.


• Contextualizes the political rise of sectional interests and their impact on national policy.


• Shows how debates over territories, naturalization, and federal authority influenced public life.


• Offers a sourced snapshot of 19th‑century political rhetoric and the stakes of constitutional interpretation.

Ideal for readers of history and political science who want a focused look at how constitutional debates shaped slavery-era policy and national governance.