"He Knew Lincoln" by Ida M. Tarbell is a collection of stories and memories that paints a picture of Abraham Lincoln through the eyes of those who knew him personally, especially a storekeeper from Springfield. The book shares funny and touching stories from Lincoln's life, from his days as a lawyer traveling around to his time as President. The narrative celebrates Lincoln's sense of humor, his ability to connect with everyday people, and a sincere care for those around him. The stories show how Lincoln interacted with people. It also shows how the community felt after the assassination of President Lincoln.
He Knew Lincoln
By Ida M. (Ida Minerva) Tarbell
Through heartfelt stories of a humble storekeeper, the world comes to know a folksy lawyer who rises to become a beloved president leaving behind a nation shattered by loss.
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About the AuthorIda Minerva Tarbell was an American writer, investigative journalist, biographer, and lecturer. She was one of the leading muckrakers and reformers of the Progressive Era of the late 19th and early 20th centuries and was a pioneer of investigative journalism.
Ida Minerva Tarbell was an American writer, investigative journalist, biographer, and lecturer. She was one of the leading muckrakers and reformers of the Progressive Era of the late 19th and early 20th centuries and was a pioneer of investigative journalism.
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