Thaddeus Stevens: Commoner

Thaddeus Stevens: Commoner is a biography of the American politician Thaddeus Stevens, written by E. B. Callender. Stevens was a prominent figure in the United States Congress during the mid-19th century and played a key role in the abolition of slavery and the Reconstruction era following the Civil War. The book provides a comprehensive account of Stevens' life, from his humble beginnings as the son of a poor farmer to his rise to power as a member of the House of Representatives. It explores his political career, including his advocacy for civil rights and his opposition to President Andrew Johnson's policies. The book also delves into Stevens' personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, as well as his health struggles. Overall, Thaddeus Stevens: Commoner offers a detailed and insightful look into the life of one of America's most influential political figures.Chapter Headings Include: Early Life, Education, Profession; Mason And Anti-Mason; Free School-Buckshot War; Heroic Epoch.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.