Lincoln's yarns and stories : A complete collection of the funny and witty anecdotes that made Lincoln famous as America's greatest story teller

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Lincoln's yarns and stories : A complete collection of the funny and witty anecdotes that made Lincoln famous as America's greatest story teller

by Alexander K. (Alexander Kelly) McClure

EN·~13 hours·580 chapters

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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

0:56

PREFACE.

19:06

LINCOLN’S NAME AROUSES AN AUDIENCE, BY DR. NEWMAN HALL, of London.

4:41

LINCOLN AND McCLURE. - (From Harper’s Weekly, April 13, 1901.)

2:33

“ABE” LINCOLN’S YARNS AND STORIES.

0:02

LINCOLN ASKED TO BE SHOT.

0:52

TIME LOST DIDN’T COUNT.

1:01

NO VICES, NO VIRTUES. - Lincoln always took great pleasure in relating this yarn:

0:41

LINCOLN’S DUES.

2:12

“DONE WITH THE BIBLE.” - Lincoln never told a better story than this:

1:48

Description

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.

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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.

About the author

Alexander K. (Alexander Kelly) McClure

Alexander K. (Alexander Kelly) McClure

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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