02355cam a22003253u 4500 12830 UtSlPG 20260610133314.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E456 PS Andrews, Mary Raymond Shipman, 1860-1936 The Perfect Tribute Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-07-06 Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "The Perfect Tribute" by Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews is a historical fiction work written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around a significant event from the American Civil War, focusing on President Abraham Lincoln as he prepares for his famous Gettysburg Address. It explores themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the struggles within the human heart during a time of national turmoil. The narrative closely follows Lincoln on the train to Gettysburg, where he grapples with self-doubt about his oratory skills compared to the highly regarded Edward Everett, who is set to deliver a lengthy speech at the event. The story captures the momentous occasion of the dedication of the cemetery at Gettysburg, juxtaposing Lincoln’s brief yet profound address against Everett’s extensive oration. Interestingly, the tale also intertwines the lives of two brothers from opposing sides of the conflict, illustrating the personal toll of the war. Through a chance encounter with the Southern soldier Captain Blair, who admires Lincoln’s words despite their differences, the narrative culminates in a poignant recognition of shared humanity, emphasizing that, even in war, there exists a longing for understanding and reconciliation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Fiction Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865. Gettysburg address https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12830 54224 54224