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    <title>Best Lincoln stories, tersely told</title>
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    <namePart>Gallaher, J. E. (James Ernst)</namePart>
    <namePart type="date">1858-</namePart>
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  <abstract>"Best Lincoln Stories, Tersely Told" by J. E. Gallaher is a collection of anecdotes and biographical sketches focusing on the life of Abraham Lincoln, written in the late 19th century. The book aims to capture the essence of Lincoln’s character through engaging stories that highlight his strength, kindness, wit, and moral integrity, giving readers a deeper understanding of this iconic figure in American history.  The opening of this volume presents a warm preface that sets the tone for the stories to come, emphasizing Lincoln’s unique qualities as a man of the people who rose to greatness during a tumultuous era. It introduces readers to various chapters detailing Lincoln's early life, including his remarkable physical strength as a boy, his ability to tell anecdotes and engage in debates, and account anecdotes which illustrate his character and his evolution into "Honest Abe." The anecdotes also explore Lincoln's relationships, his integrity in law practice, and moments showcasing his humor and humanity, all of which contribute to the portrayal of a leader who was deeply connected to the American populace. (This is an automatically generated summary.)</abstract>
  <note>Release date is 2017-01-24</note>
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    <topic>Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Anecdotes</topic>
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