"Lincoln's Yarns and Stories" by Alexander K. McClure is a collection focused on the funny and engaging stories of Abraham Lincoln, created in the late 1800s. The book shares a side of Lincoln that many don't know-- he was witty and used humor to help people understand difficult ideas. The author shares stories emphasizing how Lincoln was a great storyteller. At the beginning of the book, the reader is introduced to many stories: humorous responses to unexpected situations, plus ways that Lincoln used stories to release tension. The book shows Lincoln's wisdom and how much he valued laughter, even while dealing with serious challenges.
Lincoln's Yarns and Stories A Complete Collection of the Funny and Witty Anecdotes That Made Lincoln Famous as America's Greatest Story Teller
By Alexander K. (Alexander Kelly) McClure
Discover the lesser-known, lighthearted side of a president who used his charm and humor to connect with people and share important life lessons.
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About the AuthorAlexander Kelly McClure was an American politician, newspaper editor, and writer from Pennsylvania. He served as a Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1858 to 1859 and 1865 to 1866 as well as a member of the Pennsylvania State Senate for the 18th district in 1861 and the 4th district from 1873 to 1874. He was a prominent supporter, correspondent, and biographer of President Abraham Lincoln. He was the editor of the Franklin Repository newspaper in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania and of the Philadelphia Times. The borough of McClure, Pennsylvania, and the Alexander K. McClure School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, are named in his honor.
Alexander Kelly McClure was an American politician, newspaper editor, and writer from Pennsylvania. He served as a Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1858 to 1859 and 1865 to 1866 as well as a member of the Pennsylvania State Senate for the 18th district in 1861 and the 4th district from 1873 to 1874. He was a prominent supporter, correspondent, and biographer of President Abraham Lincoln. He was the editor of the Franklin Repository newspaper in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania and of the Philadelphia Times. The borough of McClure, Pennsylvania, and the Alexander K. McClure School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, are named in his honor.
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