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Abraham Lincoln: a History — Volume 01
by John Hay, John G. (John George) Nicolay
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37 totalABRAHAM LINCOLN: A HISTORY BY JOHN G. NICOLAY AND JOHN HAY - VOLUME ONE - TO THE HONORABLE ROBERT TODD LINCOLN - THIS WORK IS DEDICATED IN TOKEN OF A LIFE-LONG FRIENDSHIP AND ESTEEM - AUTHORS' PREFACE
ILLUSTRATIONS - VOL. I
LAND WARRANT, ISSUED TO ABRAHAM LINKHORN (LINCOLN) - FAC-SIMILE FROM THE FIELD-BOOK OF DANIEL BOONE - SURVEYOR'S CERTIFICATE FOR ABRAHAM LINKHORN (LINCOLN) - HOUSE IN WHICH THOMAS LINCOLN AND NANCY HANKS WERE MARRIED - FAC-SIMILE OF THE MARRIAGE BOND OF THOMAS LINCOLN - CERTIFICATE, OR MARRIAGE LIST, CONTAINING THE NAMES OF THOMAS LINCOLN AND NANCY HANKS
CABIN ON GOOSE-NEST PRAIRIE, ILL., IN WHICH THOMAS LINCOLN LIVED AND DIED - MODEL OF LINCOLN'S INVENTION FOR BUOYING VESSELS - FAC-SIMILE OF DRAWINGS IN THE PATENT OFFICE - LEAF FROM ABRAHAM LINCOLN'S EXERCISE BOOK - SOLDIER'S DISCHARGE FROM THE BLACK HAWK WAR, SIGNED BY A. LINCOLN, CAPTAIN
ABRAHAM LINCOLN'S SURVEYING INSTRUMENTS, SADDLE BAG, ETC - PLAN OF ROADS SURVEYED BY A. LINCOLN AND OTHERS - FAC-SIMILE OF LINCOLN'S REPORT OF THE ROAD SURVEY
LINCOLN AND STUART'S LAW-OFFICE, SPRINGFIELD
FAC-SIMILE OF MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN
HOUSE IN WHICH ABRAHAM LINCOLN WAS MARRIED
MAP SHOWING LOCALITIES CONNECTED WITH EARLY EVENTS IN THE LINCOLN FAMILY - MAP OF NEW SALEM, ILL., AND VICINITY - MAP OF THE BOUNDARIES OF TEXAS - HISTORICAL MAP OF THE UNITED STATES IN 1854 - ABRAHAM LINCOLN - CHAPTER I - LINEAGE
"MINOR LINCOLN,
Description
This volume offers a thoughtful portrait of a man whose name still echoes through American history. Drawing on contemporary testimonies and decades of careful research, the authors place Lincoln firmly within the turbulent era that shaped his character and ambitions. Their narrative balances personal details with the broader political currents, giving listeners a clear sense of the challenges he faced as a young lawyer, legislator, and emerging national figure.
The early chapters trace Lincoln’s rise from humble frontier roots to the national stage, highlighting his steadfast commitment to justice and his skillful navigation of a divided nation. Listeners will discover how his modest demeanor and keen intellect helped him address the pressing issues of his time, setting the tone for the profound decisions that lay ahead. By illuminating the context of his leadership, the book provides both a historical lesson and an inspiring example of integrity for today’s audience.
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en
Duration
~12 hours (735K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-11-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
About the authors
John Hay
1838–1905
A close aide to Abraham Lincoln who went on to become one of America’s most influential diplomats, he also wrote poetry, essays, and political commentary. His life moved from the White House during the Civil War to the center of U.S. foreign policy at the turn of the 20th century.
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John G. (John George) Nicolay
1832–1901
Best known as Abraham Lincoln’s private secretary, he went on to help shape the president’s legacy through public service, journalism, and a major collaborative biography. His life traces a remarkable path from immigrant beginnings to the center of American political history.
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