Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
The Lincoln-Douglas Debates, seven legendary meetings between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas during their 1858 senatorial campaign in Illinois, made history, and changed its course as well. BBC Audio is proud to present the first-ever unabridged recording of the debates, starring David Strathairn as Lincoln and Richard Dreyfuss as Douglas. This stellar recording will allow listeners to experience a key turning point in American history. Introduced by Lincoln scholar Allen C. Guelzo, The Lincoln-Douglas Debates provides a soundtrack to a nation discovering its better self.
Synopsis
This star-studded recording brings to life a history-changing political battle.The Lincoln-Douglas Debates made history and changed its course through seven legendary match-ups between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas during the 1858 Illinois senatorial race. Although he lost the election, Lincoln's gift for oratory and his antislavery stance made him a nationally known figure, and led to his election to the presidency in 1860. Never before presented in audio, these debates and great statesmen are brought to life by narrators Richard Dreyfuss (Douglas) and David Strathairn (Lincoln). The Lincoln-Douglas Debates provide a soundtrack to a nation discovering its better self.