Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
17.06.2004
Verlag
Kessinger Publishing, LLCSeitenzahl
276
Maße (L/B/H)
23,5/19,1/1,5 cm
Gewicht
521 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-1-4191-0452-7
Abraham Lincoln A History V1 is a book written by John G. Nicolay that provides a detailed account of the life and presidency of Abraham Lincoln, one of the most significant figures in American history. The book is the first volume in a two-volume series that covers Lincoln's life from his early years in Kentucky to his assassination in 1865. The book begins with an overview of Lincoln's childhood and early adulthood, including his upbringing in poverty and his early political career. It then goes on to detail his rise to national prominence, including his debates with Stephen Douglas, his election as president, and his leadership during the Civil War. Throughout the book, Nicolay provides a thorough analysis of Lincoln's character, his political philosophy, and his leadership style. He also includes many anecdotes and personal stories that provide insight into Lincoln's personality and beliefs. Overall, Abraham Lincoln A History V1 is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of America's greatest presidents. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or leadership.In this way Abraham Lincoln met and passed through one of the most important crises of his life. There was so much of idiosyncrasy in it that it has been, and will continue to be for years to come, the occasion of endless gossip in Sangamon County and elsewhere. Because it was not precisely like the experience of other people, who are married and given in marriage every day without any ado, a dozen conflicting stories have grown up, more or less false and injurious to both contracting parties. But it may not be fanciful to suppose that characters like that of Lincoln, elected for great conflicts and trials, are fashioned by different processes from those of ordinary men, and pass their stated ordeals in a different way.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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