The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 4: The Lincoln-Douglas Debates is a collection of historical documents containing records of the debates between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas during the 1858 suffrage debates. This book allows the reader to get a unique look at the political atmosphere of that time, reproducing the key moments of the speeches and arguments of both politicians. Through the prism of these documents, one can better understand Lincoln's views on slavery, the role of government, and other aspects of American politics in the 19th century. "The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 4: The Lincoln-Douglas Debates" is a valuable documentary for those interested in US history and the political debates of the pre-Civil War era.