The Life of Abraham Lincoln for Young People, Told in Words of One Syllable
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"The Life of Abraham Lincoln for Young People, Told in Words of One Syllable" by Harriet Putnam is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work presents the life story of Abraham Lincoln in a simplified format, making it accessible for younger readers. It likely aims to educate young audiences about Lincoln’s early life, struggles, and eventual rise to prominence as a key figure in American history. The opening
of the narrative focuses on the humble beginnings of Abraham Lincoln, tracing his lineage and early childhood. It begins with the story of his birth in a log cabin in Kentucky and introduces key family members, including his father Thomas and mother Nancy. The chapter describes their struggles in a frontier environment and highlights the significant influence his mother had on his early education and character. As Lincoln grows, the text portrays themes of hardship, resilience, and the strong moral foundation instilled in him by his mother, setting the stage for his future contributions to the nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Putnam, Harriet, 1862- |
|---|---|
| Title | The Life of Abraham Lincoln for Young People, Told in Words of One Syllable |
| Credits |
Produced by Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 87.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61251 |
| Release Date | Jan 27, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 286 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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