The Life of Abraham Lincoln for Boys and Girls (English Edition) [Kindle-editie] beoordelingen het boek quotes

Originally published in 1900, this easy-to-read biography is ideal for readers of all ages.From the author's Preface: "Every American, over eight years old, ought to know the story of Abraham Lincoln’s life. More than this, every American ought to know the best of Lincoln’s writings. Above all, every American ought to know the man, Abraham Lincoln. To give to children an understanding of his great life, an appreciation of the simplicity and purity of his literary style, and a love of the man, has been the purpose of this little book."CONTENTSI. The Lincolns Settle in KentuckyII. Moving to Indiana III. A Backwoods Boyhood IV. A Strange EducationV. The Land of Full-Grown MenVI. Lawyer and LawmakerVII. Marriage and CongressVIII. Riding the CircuitIX. The Republican Party Is BornX. The Debates with DouglasXI. The NominationXII. The ElectionXIII. The Presidency XIV. War Begins XV. A People’s Sorrow XVI. President Lincoln at HomeXVII. High Tide XVIII. Peace