This comprehensive historical account offers a thorough analysis of the slave power's central role in American politics during the 19th century, tracing the rise and eventual defeat of pro-slavery interests in the United States. Meticulously researched and eloquently written, this book remains a definitive work on the subject and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of slavery and its impact on American society.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.