Isbn: 9781333947798 - charles sumner, vol. 15: his complete works; with introduction (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. In this book, the author, a renowned politician, delivers a captivating speech given before the U.S. Senate advocating for the purchase of Russian territories in North America. Through a detailed historical lens exploring Russian exploration and settlement in Alaska beginning with the endeavors of Peter the Great and Vitus Bering, the author illuminates the significance of this acquisition. The speech is framed within the context of then-current global events such as the American Civil War and the recent emancipation of Russian serfs, emphasizing the strategic and humanitarian advantages of the purchase. The book is distinguished by its comprehensive analysis of the treaty and its implications for the United States and Russia, examining the legal and diplomatic aspects of the transaction and its potential impact on the balance of power in the region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…