Lincoln's Love Story by Eleanor Atkinson
"Lincoln's Love Story" by Eleanor Atkinson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book explores the poignant romance between Abraham Lincoln and Ann Rutledge, delving into the emotions and experiences of the young couple in the context of 19th-century American life. Atkinson portrays both their love story and the impact of personal loss during a formative period in Lincoln's life. The narrative follows Lincoln as he navigates hisearly years in New Salem, Illinois, where he develops a deep affection for Ann Rutledge, the daughter of a local tavern owner. The book describes their initial friendship, courtship, and deep emotional connection, highlighting the societal and personal challenges they faced, notably Ann’s engagement to another man and later her untimely death. Atkinson draws on historical romances mixed with biographical details, portraying Lincoln's grief and struggles in the aftermath of Ann's passing, illustrating how their love profoundly affected his character and outlook on life. Ultimately, the book paints a rich tapestry of young love, loss, and the enduring impact of these early relationships on a future national leader. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Atkinson, Eleanor, 1863-1942 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 09003343 |
| Title | Lincoln's Love Story |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Richard Hulse 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 -- Relations with women |
| Subject | Rutledge, Ann, -1835 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48233 |
| Release Date | Feb 11, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 79 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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