The Life Of John Caldwell Calhoun

The Life of John Caldwell Calhoun is a biography written by John S. Jenkins that explores the life and legacy of one of America's most influential and controversial political figures. John Caldwell Calhoun was a prominent statesman and political theorist who served as a senator, vice president, and secretary of state during the 19th century.Jenkins delves into Calhoun's early life, including his upbringing in South Carolina and his education at Yale University. He then examines Calhoun's political career, including his staunch defense of states' rights, his advocacy for slavery, and his role in the Nullification Crisis of 1832.The book also explores Calhoun's personal life, including his marriage to Floride Bonneau Colhoun and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Andrew Jackson and Daniel Webster.Throughout the biography, Jenkins provides a nuanced and comprehensive look at Calhoun's complex legacy, examining both his contributions to American politics and his controversial views on race and slavery. The Life of John Caldwell Calhoun is a must-read for anyone interested in American history and politics.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.