State of the Union Addresses

James Buchanan's 'State of the Union Addresses' captures a nation poised on the cusp of the Civil War, offering a unique window into the political ethos and anxieties of 1860 America. Through Buchanan's prose, the collection chronicles the challenges faced by a divided nation, grappling with issues of states' rights and the institution of slavery. The oratorical style coupled with a message heavy ...