John C. Calhoun: A Biography by Irving H. Bartlett is a comprehensive exploration of the life and political career of one of America’s most influential and controversial figures. Calhoun, a South Carolinian statesman, served as Vice President under both John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson and was a prominent advocate for states’ rights and the institution of slavery.

Bartlett’s biography delves into Calhoun’s early life, rise to prominence in South Carolina politics, and subsequent national career. The book examines Calhoun’s complex and evolving political thought, including his support for nullification, defense of slavery, and concept of the concurrent majority. Bartlett also explores Calhoun’s personal life, his relationships with his family, and his intellectual pursuits.

Print: First Edition 1993

Condition: Like New

ISBN: 0-393-03476-3