The Lincoln Miracle: Inside the Republican Convention That Changed History

by Edward Achorn

Book Overview

The vivid, behind-the-scenes story of perhaps the most consequential political moment in American history--Abraham Lincoln's history-changing nomination to lead the Republican Party in the 1860 presidential election

Illinois lawyer Abraham Lincoln had a record of political failure. In 1858, he had lost a celebrated Senate bid against incumbent Stephen Douglas, his second failed Senate run, and had not held public office since one term...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080216062X
• ISBN13: 9780802160621
• Release Date: February 2023
• Publisher: Atlantic Monthly Press
• Length: 528 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 5.8" x 9.0"