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THE LIFE OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN IBD

KESSINGER PUBLISHING, LLC
06 / 2004
9781419169465
Inglés

Sinopsis

The Life of Abraham Lincoln is a comprehensive biography of the 16th President of the United States, written by Henry Ketcham. The book chronicles Lincoln?s life from his humble beginnings in a log cabin in Kentucky to his rise as a successful lawyer and politician in Illinois, and ultimately to his presidency during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history, the Civil War. Ketcham delves into Lincoln?s personal life, including his marriage to Mary Todd and the tragic loss of their young son, as well as his political career, including his debates with Stephen Douglas and his famous Emancipation Proclamation. The book also explores Lincoln?s leadership during the Civil War, his efforts to preserve the Union, and his ultimate sacrifice with his assassination in 1865. Ketcham?s writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book an excellent choice for both scholars and general readers interested in learning more about one of America?s most beloved and influential leaders. The Life of Abraham Lincoln is a timeless classic that provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and legacy of one of America?s greatest presidents.Whatever the mental cause of this melancholy, there is no doubt that it had also a physical cause. This was his most violent attack, but by no means his only one. It recurred, with greater or less severity, all through his life. He had been born and had grown up in a climate noted for its malaria. Excepting for the facts that he spent much time in the open air, had abundant exercise, and ate plain food, the laws of sanitation were not thought of. It would be strange if his system were not full of malaria, or, what is only slightly less abominable, of the medicines used to counteract it.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.