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Genius Case studies Lincoln, Abraham 1809-1865 Lincoln, Abraham 1809-1865 Friends and associates Political leadership United States Case studies Presidents United States Biography Slavery Slavery Political aspects Slaves Emancipation United States United States Politics and government 1861-1865Meacham, Jon
Summary: Jon Meacham chronicles the life and moral evolution of Abraham Lincoln and explores why and how Lincoln confronted secession, threats to democracy, and the tragedy of slavery in order to expand the possibilities of America. This book tells the story of Lincoln from his birth on the Kentucky frontier in 1809 to his leadership during the Civil War to his tragic assassination at Ford's Theater on...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House Audio 2022
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1 available in Compact Disc Audio Book, Call number: CD 921 LINGoodwin, Doris Kearns.
Summary: When the 1860 Republican National Convention chose Abraham Lincoln over three seasoned politicians, his rivals were shocked and humilated. Lincoln immediately went about mending fences by inviting them to join his cabinet. Historian Doris Kearns Godwin reveals how Lincoln brilliantly converted former political foes and used them to strengthen his presidency.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster Audio 2005