Includes bibliographical references (pages 317-379) and index.
Contents
Invading the wigwam. Lincoln enters the ring ; A politician of unwavering ambition ; The relentless little giant ; The Democrats split in two ; A great orator is born ; The underdog rail-splitter versus the firebrand senator ; One last night to steal the nomination ; The birth of the Seceders ; Will the House of Representatives elect the President? -- The presidential campaign of 1860. A great speaker is quiet ; Lincoln, the letter writer ; The wide awakes ; Disdain for the Secessionists ; The keys to victory ; Breck and Bell and give 'em hell ; The Douglas campaign ; The polls never lied ; Down to the wire ; All roads lead to New York ; The eleventh hour ; "Mary, Mary, we have been elected President" ; The inauguration of Abraham Lincoln.
Summary
Provides an overview of the election of 1860 and the administration of President Abraham Lincoln, using a variety of source materials.
