Publisher's Synopsis
Lincoln's Own Stories is a collection of anecdotes and tales that were personally chosen and retold by the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. The book, compiled and edited by Anthony Gross, features a wide range of stories that Lincoln used to illustrate his points during speeches or conversations. The stories cover a variety of topics, including politics, religion, morality, and human nature. Some of the stories are humorous, while others are more serious and thought-provoking. The book provides readers with a unique insight into Lincoln's character and his ability to connect with people through storytelling. Overall, Lincoln's Own Stories is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in American history or the art of storytelling.1912. With portrait. The author�������s thanks are due to the many lovers and biographers of Lincoln, to authors of standard books, and to various chroniclers, from whom these stories were gathered. Contents: Earlier Years; The Lawyer; Local Politics and the Douglas Debates; At the White House; At the Front; and The Commander-in-Chief.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
