
audiobook
by Alexander K. (Alexander Kelly) McClure
LINCOLN’S YARNS AND STORIES - A Complete Collection of the Funny and Witty Anecdotes that made Abraham Lincoln Famous as America’s Greatest Story Teller With Introduction and Anecdotes - By Alexander K. McClure - THE JOHN C. WINSTON COMPANY CHICAGO & PHILADELPHIA
PREFACE.
LINCOLN’S NAME AROUSES AN AUDIENCE, BY DR. NEWMAN HALL, of London.
LINCOLN AND McCLURE. - (From Harper’s Weekly, April 13, 1901.)
“ABE” LINCOLN’S YARNS AND STORIES.
LINCOLN ASKED TO BE SHOT.
TIME LOST DIDN’T COUNT.
NO VICES, NO VIRTUES. - Lincoln always took great pleasure in relating this yarn:
LINCOLN’S DUES.
“DONE WITH THE BIBLE.” - Lincoln never told a better story than this:
Abraham Lincoln is remembered not only for his leadership but also for the way he wove humor into his speeches and courtroom arguments. His knack for turning a simple tale into a powerful lesson made him a beloved storyteller among friends and foes alike. This collection brings together the wittiest yarns, droll sayings, and thoughtful anecdotes that once lit up his meetings and rallies.
Listeners will hear the same dry wit and gentle wisdom that helped Lincoln sway juries, calm legislators, and connect with ordinary citizens. Each story is paired with fresh, original illustrations that capture the scene without relying on the familiar portraits of his era. The volume balances lighthearted chuckles with timeless moral insights, offering a glimpse into the mind of a president who believed a good laugh could open a heart.
Full title
Lincoln's yarns and stories : A complete collection of the funny and witty anecdotes that made Lincoln famous as America's greatest story teller A Complete Collection of the Funny and Witty Anecdotes That Made Lincoln Famous as America's Greatest Story Teller
Language
en
Duration
~13 hours (762K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Dianne Bean, and David Widger
Release date
2001-02-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1828–1909
A self-taught newspaper editor who became a force in Pennsylvania politics, he moved through the Civil War era as a legislator, journalist, and close observer of national leaders. He later turned those experiences into popular books and memoirs filled with political insight and firsthand stories.
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