Publisher's Synopsis
In The Boyhood of Lincoln: A Tale of the Tunker Schoolmaster and the Times of Black Hawk is a historical fiction novel written by Hezekiah Butterworth and first published in 1892. The book tells the story of the early life of Abraham Lincoln, focusing on his childhood and teenage years in rural Indiana. The novel is set during the 1830s and 1840s, a time of great change and turmoil in America. The story is narrated by a fictional character named Simon Kenton, who is a schoolmaster in the Tunker community where Lincoln grew up. Kenton tells of Lincoln's experiences with poverty, hard work, and education, as well as his encounters with the Native American tribe known as the Black Hawk.Throughout the book, Butterworth provides a vivid description of the social, economic, and political conditions of the time, as well as the struggles and aspirations of the people who lived during this period. The novel also explores themes such as family, friendship, love, and loyalty, and how these values influenced Lincoln's character and shaped his destiny as one of America's greatest presidents.In The Boyhood of Lincoln: A Tale of the Tunker Schoolmaster and the Times of Black Hawk is a timeless classic that provides readers with a unique perspective on the life of one of America's most revered leaders. Butterworth's masterful storytelling and detailed historical research make this book a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and culture.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.
