Publisher's Synopsis
""Abraham Lincoln: The Boy and The Man"" by James Morgan is a biographical account of the life of one of America's most iconic presidents. The book chronicles Lincoln's life from his humble beginnings as a boy in a log cabin in Kentucky to his rise as a prominent lawyer and eventually his election as the 16th President of the United States. Morgan's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book suitable for readers of all ages. He provides a detailed account of Lincoln's childhood, including his love of books and his early struggles with poverty. The book also delves into Lincoln's political career, including his involvement in the abolitionist movement and his leadership during the Civil War.Throughout the book, Morgan emphasizes Lincoln's character, highlighting his honesty, integrity, and compassion. He also explores the personal struggles that Lincoln faced, including the loss of his young son and his own battle with depression.Overall, ""Abraham Lincoln: The Boy and The Man"" is a comprehensive and compelling biography that offers a nuanced portrait of one of America's most beloved leaders. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history or the life of Abraham Lincoln.1908. This book is not a critical study, but a simple story. Its aim is to present in dramatic pictures the struggles and achievements of a common man, in whom the race of common men is exalted; who solved great problems by the plain rules of common sense and wrought great deeds by the exercise of the common qualities of honesty and courage, patience, justice and kindness. That is the Lincoln who stands forth as the true prophet of a reunited people and the noblest product of that democracy which is slowly uniting all peoples in fraternal bonds. Illustrated.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.
