This speech by Henry Clay is a passionate and measured appeal for compromise on the divisive issue of slavery. Clay's eloquent and persuasive argument provides a fascinating insight into the political and social tensions of the time, and is a must-read for anyone interested in American history and political theory.
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- 2023
- 2023
The Works Of Henry Clay: The Tariff, A History Of Tariff Legislation From 1812-1896, By William Mckinley
- 284 pages
- 10 hours of reading
As one of the most influential politicians of his era, Henry Clay was intimately involved in many of the debates and decisions surrounding tariff policy in the United States. In this comprehensive history of tariff legislation, Clay and his co-author William McKinley provide a detailed examination of the political and economic factors that shaped American trade policy from the War of 1812 to the end of the nineteenth century.
- 2023
The Life and Speeches of Henry Clay; Volume 1
- 544 pages
- 20 hours of reading
The Life and Speeches of Henry Clay is a biography of the influential American statesman who served as a senator, congressman, and Secretary of State. The book examines Clay's life and political career, focusing on his leadership in the Whig Party and his role in shaping domestic and foreign policy. In addition to its historical value, the book also offers insights into the political and cultural climate of the early to mid-19th century America.
- 2023
The Life, Correspondence, And Speeches Of Henry Clay: In Six Volumes; Volume 6
- 654 pages
- 23 hours of reading
This comprehensive biography of Henry Clay offers a detailed and engrossing account of the life and career of one of America's most important political figures. Covering everything from Clay's early years in Kentucky to his famous 'great compromises' on key national issues, this book provides a fascinating insight into the social, economic and political forces that shaped America in the early 19th century.
- 2023
The Clay Code: Or, Text-book of Eloquence, a Collection of Axioms, Apothegms, Sentiments, and Remark
- 146 pages
- 6 hours of reading
This book is a collection of speeches and writings by Henry Clay, a prominent politician and orator in 19th-century America. The book covers a wide range of topics, including government policy, economics, and foreign relations, and offers insight into Clay's political philosophy and ideology.
- 2023
Problems and Exercises to Accompany Clay's Economics for the General Reader, and Ely's Outlines of E
- 78 pages
- 3 hours of reading
This book provides practice problems and exercises to accompany the popular economics textbooks 'Economics for the General Reader' by Henry Clay and 'Outlines of Economics' by Richard Theodore Ely. With detailed solutions and explanations, this book is an essential study aid for students and professionals alike.
- 2022
Economics: An Introduction for the General Reader
- 484 pages
- 17 hours of reading
- 2022
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