The Union, Past and Future; how It Works, and how to Save It

A passionate defense of the American Union and its constitutional order during the turbulent years before the Civil War, written by a prominent Virginia lawyer and statesman. Garnett argues that preserving the federal system and the balance of powers between states and nation is crucial for maintaining liberty, prosperity, and peace in America.

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