Mentor Graham: The Man Who Taught Lincoln

By Kunigunde Duncan and D.F. Nickols

Book Overview

""Mentor Graham: The Man Who Taught Lincoln"" by Kunigunde Duncan is a historical biography that tells the story of the man who played a significant role in shaping the character and career of one of America's most revered presidents, Abraham Lincoln. The book is set in the early 19th century when Lincoln was a young man living in Indiana. It explores the relationship between Lincoln and his mentor, Dennis Hanks Graham, who was a schoolteacher, surveyor, and farmer. The author draws on historical records and personal accounts to paint a vivid portrait of Graham, a man of great integrity, intelligence, and wisdom, who had a profound impact on Lincoln's life. The book also sheds light on the social and economic conditions of the time, and how they influenced the lives of ordinary people like Graham and Lincoln. It is a compelling story of friendship, mentorship, and the power of education to transform lives. The book is suitable for readers of all ages who are interested in American history, the Civil War, and the life of Abraham Lincoln.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436706076
• ISBN13: 9781436706070
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"