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100 1 _aLowell, James Russell,
_d1819-1891
245 1 0 _aAbraham Lincoln
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1997
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 1997-05-01
520 _a"Abraham Lincoln" by James Russell Lowell is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book offers a deep reflection on the presidency of Abraham Lincoln during the tumultuous period of the American Civil War. It examines Lincoln's leadership, political challenges, and the moral complexities of his decisions, particularly regarding slavery and national unity. In this work, Lowell portrays Lincoln not just as a political leader but also as a deeply principled and pragmatic statesman navigating an unprecedented crisis in American history. The text elucidates how Lincoln, amid public skepticism and personal resistance, held the nation together while confronting the moral implications of slavery and ensuring the survival of the Union. Lowell illustrates Lincoln's ability to engage with the public's sentiments and instill hope through careful discourse, highlighting his commitment to democratic ideals and ethical governance in a time of severe discord. The narrative serves both as a tribute to Lincoln's character and a reflection on the broader societal struggles of that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/906
999 _c43025
_d43025