Abraham Lincoln by William Eleroy Curtis
"Abraham Lincoln" by William Eleroy Curtis is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work presents a series of sketches aimed at portraying the character of Abraham Lincoln, examining him as a quintessential American figure. This biography not only details his rise from humble beginnings to the presidency but also emphasizes his moral integrity and beloved status among both supporters and opponents. The opening of the book sets thetone by explaining that Lincoln's life is a compelling narrative devoid of controversies or scandals, as he is universally admired for his selfless patriotism. Curtis introduces Lincoln's early life, tracing his ancestry and the hardships faced by his family, particularly focusing on the influences of his mother and stepmother. The author paints Lincoln as a hardworking and intelligent individual who overcame humble beginnings, hinting at the remarkable journey that will unfold throughout the rest of the biography. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Curtis, William Eleroy, 1850-1911 |
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| Title | Abraham Lincoln |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Charlene Taylor, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42526 |
| Release Date | Apr 14, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 195 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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