Letters and Addresses of Abraham Lincoln

By Abraham Lincoln

Book Overview

Letters and Addresses of Abraham Lincoln is a collection of the personal letters and speeches of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. This book provides readers with a unique insight into the thoughts, beliefs, and character of one of America's most iconic leaders.The collection includes a wide range of Lincoln's writings, from his early years as a lawyer and politician to his time as President during the Civil War. The letters and speeches cover a variety of topics, including slavery, the Union, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the Gettysburg Address.The book is divided into several sections, each with a different focus. The first section includes Lincoln's personal letters, providing a glimpse into his personal life and relationships. The second section focuses on his speeches and addresses, including his famous debates with Stephen A. Douglas and his inaugural addresses.The book also includes a detailed introduction, providing historical context and background information on Lincoln's life and presidency. There are also notes and annotations throughout the book, providing additional information and clarification on certain topics.Overall, Letters and Addresses of Abraham Lincoln is an essential read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or leadership. It offers a unique perspective on one of America's greatest presidents and provides valuable insights into his thoughts and beliefs.1907. A collection of the letters and addresses that illustrate why his position as a master of oration is unquestioned. No man of his century could state a proposition with more exactness and compactness. His clarity of expression, the consistent building up of his argument, his brilliantly apt comparisons, his illuminating wit, his merciless pursuit of illogic in his opponents, his reserve and his dignity would be remarkable in a mind highly trained and in the untaught son of the wilderness become phenomenal. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 141792912X
• ISBN13: 9781417929122
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"