The Lincoln-Douglas Debates (With Introduction and Notes)

After losing the election for Senator in Illinois, Lincoln edited the texts of all the Lincoln-Douglas debates and had them published in a book. The widespread coverage of the original debates and the subsequent popularity of the book led eventually to Lincoln's nomination for President of the United States by the 1860 Republican National Convention in Chicago. Along with an introduction and notes, readers will find the entirety of the debates in this book.

The Lincoln–Douglas Debates of 185...