Synopses & Reviews
During the 1800s, the United States was in conflict over slavery. Though compromises were made, neither side was pleased. Abolitionists and pro-slavery people engaged in conflicts and often deadly clashes. With South Carolina and other southern states seceding, war was inevitable.
Table of Contents
Conflicts Begin
Trying to Compromise
Another Compromise Is Made
People Against Slavery
The Book That Caused an Uproar
Bleeding Kansas
The Dred Scott Decision
John Brown's Raid
Lincoln-Douglas Debates
Lincoln Is Elected
The Country Breaks Apart
Glossary
Index