02186cam a22003253u 4500 58850 UtSlPG 20260610134345.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 12020344 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E456 Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 A Legacy of Fun Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-02-10 Produced by Chris Curnow, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "A Legacy of Fun" by Abraham Lincoln is a humorous collection of anecdotes and puns attributed to the former President of the United States, compiled and published in the mid-19th century, shortly after his assassination. This book likely showcases Lincoln's wit and humor, reflecting on both political life and personal experiences during a tumultuous period in American history, specifically the Civil War era. The book presents a series of light-hearted stories, clever wordplay, and political quips that highlight Lincoln's penchant for humor even amidst the seriousness of his duties. Through a variety of entertaining scenarios—ranging from funny interactions with military generals to witty remarks about current events and societal issues—Lincoln's legacy as "The Great American Jester" shines brightly. These anecdotes serve not only to entertain but also to provide insight into his character, showcasing his ability to navigate the stresses of leadership with laughter and levity in a time of great national strife. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Humor https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58850 99677 99677