Rande scott biography of abraham lincoln

The one thing he did not lack was a moral compass, says historian and author Ted Widmer. He helped the railroad and telegraph stretch across the country. He expanded the role of the president in American life. Abraham Lincoln has more highs and lows than perhaps any other president. Looks like you have a good list going in that direction. My first Lincoln, based on your advice.

That is, if you ever finish this project! Laura Martinez said: March 2, at am. October 15, at pm.

Rande scott biography of abraham lincoln: Vol. IV. Life Mask

On the side of the Union, it is a struggle for maintaining in the world, that form, and substance of government, whose leading object is, to elevate the condition of men—to lift artificial weights from all shoulders—to clear the paths of laudable pursuit for all—to afford all, an unfettered start, and a fair chance, in the race of life. Lincoln's Gettysburg Address.

The remainder of the book is often beautifully written, but barely adequate as an introductory biography. Because of its extensive breadth and depth of coverage this may not be the perfect introduction to Lincoln for some readers. I so appreciate your diligence and willingness to share! All of American history was pivoting, in these three minutes, from a states-based way of thinking about our society to a nation-based way of thinking.

Life of Abraham Lincoln; being a biography of his life …

Can you indicate a book? That is important because we sometimes take him for granted, or worse, take potshots at him. Steve said: April 19, at pm. This site has an archive of more than one thousand seven hundred interviews, or eight thousand book recommendations. Joan Plamp said:. He prevailed in a military contest, he deepened democracy, he expanded education, and he strengthened infrastructure.

His rise from a log cabin in Kentucky to the White House is astonishing. In Italy , popular uprisings were faltering. Dan said:. Interview by Eve Gerber February 12, In looking over your blog which is excellent, by the way I noticed you mention Ida M. His surprising literary capacity, which few knew about when they voted for him, was key to the impact he had.

Of the dozen Lincoln biographies I read, two were Pulitzer Prize winners, one is the second best-read presidential biography of all time, and six held the distinction of being the definitive Lincoln biography at one time or another. Chase, Edward Bates and Edwin M.