Includes bibliographical references (page 62) and index.
Summary
Traces the origins of the Republican Party, discussing key figures, conventions, platforms, and its organization.
Contents
Government; crises of confidence / Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr. -- Born in revolt (1854) -- Lincoln at the helm -- Turn from radicalism (1865-1896) -- Moving through hard times -- Republicans take a tumble -- Cold War and beyond.