Abraham Lincoln: The Practical Mystic by Francis Grierson
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"Abraham Lincoln: The Practical Mystic" by Francis Grierson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and philosophical insights of Abraham Lincoln, portraying him not only as a pivotal political figure of the Civil War era but also as a profound mystical thinker whose actions were guided by a deep awareness of moral and spiritual forces. Grierson emphasizes Lincoln's unique blend of practical wisdom and
profound mystical understanding that shaped his leadership. The opening of the text establishes a context for understanding Lincoln's mysticism in relation to his turbulent times, likening the struggles against slavery during Lincoln's presidency to contemporary challenges. Grierson highlights Lincoln's reflections on divine will, illustrating his belief that human efforts are intertwined with a higher purpose. This is exemplified by a meditation Lincoln shared with a clergyman, revealing his conviction that both sides of the Civil War sought divine favor, suggesting a complex moral landscape where truth and righteousness were subjects of deep contemplation for the President. The author's intent is to present Lincoln as a figure of profound moral clarity amid chaos, one whose mystical insights were crucial to his character and the decisions he made in leading a nation through its darkest hours. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Grierson, Francis, 1848-1927 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 18023248 |
| Title | Abraham Lincoln: The Practical Mystic |
| Credits |
Produced by Charlene Taylor, Elizabeth Oscanyan 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: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Psychology |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45449 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-45449-8 |
| Release Date | Apr 21, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 572 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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