Bøger af William Gardner

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""The Life of Stephen A. Douglas"" by William Gardner is a comprehensive biography of the American politician Stephen A. Douglas. Douglas was a prominent figure in the mid-19th century, serving as a United States Senator from Illinois and running for President of the United States in 1860. Gardner's book explores Douglas's life from his childhood in Vermont to his rise to political power in Illinois and beyond. The book covers Douglas's role in the Compromise of 1850, his famous debates with Abraham Lincoln, and his efforts to maintain the Union during the Civil War. Gardner also delves into Douglas's personal life, including his marriages and relationships, as well as his political philosophy and beliefs. Through extensive research and analysis, Gardner paints a vivid portrait of Douglas as a complex and influential figure in American history. The book is well-written and engaging, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in American politics and history. Overall, ""The Life of Stephen A. Douglas"" is a valuable contribution to the study of American political history and a fascinating look at one of its most compelling figures.Yet Lincoln was not a despised antagonist. He was the most prominent Republican in Illinois. But Douglas was the recognized head of a great national party, the giant of the Senate, the most resourceful American statesman then living. Through years of desperate battling he had successfully repelled the assaults of Seward, Sumner and Chase.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.

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At the end of a long day, high powered Wall Street lawyer John Spencer Harrison is looking forward to a quiet evening at home with his wife Alice. But Alice is gone! The servants saw nothing. The dog was undisturbed. Her purse is right where she left it. Where is Alice? Through a series of adventures involving, intrigue, espionage and geopolitical players, John searches far and wide for his wife and her abductors.

In this important book, one of the most exciting and promising developments in clinical psychology-behavior modification is applied to the treatment of the mentally retarded, particularly those whose behavior poses difficult problems for institutions

In this important book, one of the most exciting and promising developments in clinical psychology-behavior modification is applied to the treatment of the mentally retarded, particularly those whose behavior poses difficult problems for institutions

William Safire was a speechwriter for Richard Nixon from 1968 to 1973

William Safire was a speechwriter for Richard Nixon from 1968 to 1973

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