The Great Conspiracy, Volume 2

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The Great Conspiracy, Volume 2

by John Alexander Logan

EN·~4 hours

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A tense political drama unfolds as the nation teeters on the brink of division. The narrative tracks the frantic debates in Congress, the fiery speeches of Southern leaders, and the desperate attempts at compromise that crumble under mounting mistrust. Readers hear the clashing voices of governors, senators, and legal minds as they grapple with secession, federal authority, and the looming threat of armed conflict.

Amid the chaos, the book paints a vivid portrait of a country wrestling with its conscience—balancing the preservation of the Union against the entrenched institution of slavery. Early negotiations, secret correspondences, and public proclamations reveal a landscape of intrigue and conviction, setting the stage for the inevitable clash that will reshape the nation’s future. The first act captures the urgency and uncertainty of a pivotal moment in American history, inviting listeners to experience the charged atmosphere that sparked a monumental turning point.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (256K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Widger

Release date

2004-06-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

John Alexander Logan

John Alexander Logan

1826–1886

A fiery Civil War general and influential Illinois politician, he moved from the battlefield to Congress and became one of the most prominent public figures of his era. He is also closely linked with the early national remembrance of Union soldiers after the war.

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