He Knew Lincoln

""He Knew Lincoln"" is a biography written by Ida M. Tarbell, an American journalist and author, about her father, who was a personal friend and confidant of Abraham Lincoln. The book provides a unique perspective on Lincoln's life and presidency through the eyes of a man who knew him well. Tarbell's father, Franklin B. Tarbell, was a prominent oil producer and businessman in Pennsylvania during the Civil War era. He first met Lincoln in 1860 and quickly became a close friend and advisor. The book covers their relationship from the early days of Lincoln's presidency to his assassination in 1865. It also includes personal anecdotes and insights into Lincoln's character and leadership style. Overall, ""He Knew Lincoln"" offers a fascinating and intimate look into one of America's most beloved presidents.1907. Tarbell is best noted as being one of the original muckrakers because of her book, The History of the Standard Oil Company, which played a role in helping to shut down the Standard Oil monopoly. She is also recognized for her book, Life of Abraham Lincoln. He Knew Lincoln is a historical fictionalized account of Lincoln in Springfield as recalled for the reader by one Billy Brown. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.