The Lost Principle; Or The Sectional Equilibrium : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163661949 : 1163661945 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Lost Principle; Or The Sectional Equilibrium: How It Was Created, How Destroyed, How It May Be Restored is a book written by John Scott. This book explores the history of the sectional equilibrium, a principle that was once at the heart of American politics but has since been lost. The author discusses how this principle was created, how it was destroyed, and how it can be restored. The sectional equilibrium was a political principle that was based on the idea of balance between the different regions of the United States. It was created in the early years of the republic and was seen as essential to maintaining a stable and unified country. However, over time, this principle was eroded by a variety of factors, including the rise of sectionalism, the Civil War, and the growth of federal power.In this book, John Scott explores the history of the sectional equilibrium a