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A compact collection of Abraham Lincoln’s own words, gathered from speeches, letters and private remarks, offers a glimpse into the mind of one of America’s most revered leaders. Compiled in the early twentieth century, the volume arranges his thoughts by month, presenting each insight as a brief, stand‑alone maxim. The selection captures the steady moral compass that guided him through war and peace, emphasizing duty, honesty, and the promise of a fair society.
Listeners will find a series of concise, thought‑provoking statements that reveal Lincoln’s practical philosophy on labor, liberty, and personal responsibility. The language is plain yet powerful, making each aphorism easy to absorb and reflect upon in a modern context. Whether you’re seeking inspiration for daily decisions or a deeper understanding of the principles that shaped a nation, the book provides a timeless treasury of wisdom.
Language
en
Duration
~35 minutes (34K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Edwards, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2012-03-19
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1809–1865
A self-taught lawyer from frontier beginnings, he became the 16th president of the United States and led the country through the Civil War. He is remembered above all for preserving the Union and moving the nation toward the end of slavery.
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