The Life of Abraham Lincoln, from His Birth to His Inauguration as President
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"The Life of Abraham Lincoln; From His Birth to His Inauguration as President" by Ward H. Lamon is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This biography seeks to chronicle the life of Abraham Lincoln, detailing his journey from humble beginnings to becoming the President of the United States. It tackles the significant events and influences that shaped Lincoln’s character and political career, offering an intimate look at both his
family life and his ambitious rise in the political landscape. The opening of the book introduces the life of Abraham Lincoln, beginning with his birth on February 12, 1809, in Hardin County, Kentucky. The narrative delves into Lincoln's ancestry, focusing on the life of his father, Thomas Lincoln, and his mother's background, which is portrayed as vital to understanding Lincoln's upbringing. Lamon highlights incidents from Lincoln’s early childhood that lay the groundwork for his later life, including the struggles of his family and the subsequent move to Indiana. The text also hints at the socio-political environment of the time, touching upon themes of poverty, community interactions, and the impact of familial relationships on Lincoln's development. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lamon, Ward Hill, 1828-1893 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | ltf96017987 |
| Title | The Life of Abraham Lincoln, from His Birth to His Inauguration as President |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40977 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-40977-1 |
| Release Date | Oct 8, 2012 |
| Last Update | Nov 27, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1021 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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