Calhoun And The South Carolina Nullification Movement (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432597603)

""Calhoun and the South Carolina Nullification Movement"" by Frederic Bancroft is a historical account of the political and economic tensions that led to the Nullification Crisis of 1832-1833 in the United States. The book focuses on the role of John C. Calhoun, a prominent politician and statesman from South Carolina, in the movement to nullify federal tariffs that were seen as harmful to the state's economy. Bancroft provides a detailed analysis of the political and economic factors that contributed to the crisis, including the growing divide between the North and South over slavery and states' rights. He also explores the complex relationship between Calhoun and other key figures in the nullification movement, such as Robert Y. Hayne and William Drayton. The book offers a nuanced and comprehensive look at one of the most significant political conflicts in American history and sheds light on the complex issues that continue to shape the country's political landscape today.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.

Author: Frederic Bancroft
ISBN-10: 1432597604
ISBN-13: 9781432597603
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d