The Convention That Nominated Lincoln

""The Convention That Nominated Lincoln"" by Ray, P. Orman is a historical account of the 1860 Republican National Convention in Chicago, which nominated Abraham Lincoln as the Republican Party's candidate for the presidency. The book delves into the political climate of the time, the various factions within the Republican Party, and the behind-the-scenes negotiations and maneuverings that ultimately led to Lincoln's nomination. The author presents a detailed analysis of the convention proceedings, including the speeches, debates, and voting process. Additionally, the book provides insight into the personalities and motivations of the key players involved in the convention, such as William Seward, Salmon P. Chase, and Horace Greeley. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American political history and the events leading up to the Civil War.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.