Inquiry Into the Origin and Course of Political Parties in the United States
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| Author | Van Buren, Martin, 1782-1862 |
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| Editor | Van Buren, Abraham, 1807-1873 |
| Editor | Van Buren, John, 1810-1866 |
| LoC No. | 12023638 |
| Title | Inquiry Into the Origin and Course of Political Parties in the United States |
| Note | Reading ease score: 31.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Inquiry Into the Origin and Course of Political Parties in the United States" by Martin Van Buren is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the complexities of American political parties, tracing their origins and exploring their evolution throughout the early years of the United States. The book aims to provide insight into the principles, conflicts, and personalities that have shaped political factions in the nation. The opening of this historical inquiry outlines Van Buren’s reflections on the political landscape during and after the administrations of Presidents Jefferson and Madison. He discusses the significance of early political practices, such as the caucus system, and how these practices played a role in the Republican and Federalist dynamics of the time. Van Buren illustrates the challenges in identifying the origins and principles of political parties, emphasizing that the divisions have deep roots in the ideological debates and conflicts that arose during the American Revolution and subsequent formation of government. His writing suggests that a comprehensive understanding of these political factions is essential for appreciating the trajectory of the U.S. political system. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | JK: Political science: Political inst. and pub. Admin.: United States |
| Subject | Political parties -- United States |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35932 |
| Release Date | Apr 22, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 108 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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