Abraham Lincoln and the Abolition of Slavery in the United States

"Abraham Lincoln and the Abolition of Slavery in the United States" by Charles Godfrey Leland is a 19th-century historical biography investigating Abraham Lincoln's life and career, with special attention to his leadership in ending slavery amid a chaotic time in the country's story. The writing shows Lincoln's determination and strong moral principles that brought about monumental progress and improvement in the nation. The book starts by showing Abraham Lincoln and his early days, from his Kentucky birth to the challenges his family faced. The biography recounts his self-education, his ties with family, especially his mother, and the things that molded his character. Leland puts importance on Lincoln's physical power, his eagerness to learn, and his caring nature that established the stage for his defining career moments. The story emphasizes the socio-economic states of Lincoln's childhood, and also the core experiences that affected his views on equality and civil rights, especially as linked to abolishing slavery.