02429cam a22003373u 4500 62028 UtSlPG 20260610134429.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d unk85011470 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Babcock, Bernie, 1868-1962 The Soul of Ann Rutledge: Abraham Lincoln's Romance Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-05-05 Produced by Mary Glenn Krause, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "The Soul of Ann Rutledge: Abraham Lincoln's Romance" by Bernie Babcock is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the early life and romantic journey of Abraham Lincoln, particularly focusing on his relationship with Ann Rutledge, a significant figure in his formative years. Through their story, the narrative delves into themes of love, loss, and the defining moments that shaped Lincoln’s character. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Ann Rutledge, a spirited young woman living in New Salem, Illinois, during the 1830s. The opening chapter vividly portrays a lively scene where Ann joyfully collects plum blossoms while engaging with her friend Nance Cameron. Their excitement is soon directed toward a nearby river, where a flatboat has become stuck. This event not only sets the stage for local camaraderie but also introduces Lincoln, who comes to the forefront as a tall, ungainly figure who ultimately saves the day by righting the boat. Early interactions hint at the developing bonds between characters, foreshadowing the deep emotional connections that will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Fiction Rutledge, Ann, -1835 -- Fiction Hoskins, Gayle Porter, 1887-1962 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62028 102852 102852