Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States, serving from 1861 until his assassination in 1865. He led the United States through the American Civil War, defending the nation as a constitutional union, defeating the Confederacy, playing a major role in the abolition of slavery, expanding the power of the federal government, and modernizing the U.S. economy.
The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 7: 1863-1865
Enter the mind of a nation's leader as he navigates a country through war, grappling with tough choices about freedom, loyalty, and the very future of a divided America.
By Abraham Lincoln
The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 6: 1862-1863
Amidst a nation divided, witness the intense communications and critical choices of a president striving to navigate a country through civil war.
By Abraham Lincoln
Speeches & Letters of Abraham Lincoln, 1832-1865
** Witness the powerful convictions of a nation's leader during a time of immense struggle as he grapples with justice, unity, and the very soul of a divided country in his own words.
By Abraham Lincoln
The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 1: 1832-1843
Witness a rising statesman's early words on democracy, unity, and morality, painting a vivid picture of a nation on the brink.
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Lincoln's Inaugurals, Addresses and Letters (Selections)
Experience a nation on the brink through the transformative words of its leader, grappling with division and striving for unity during a time of profound social change.
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The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 2: 1843-1858
Experience the raw political landscape of mid-19th century America through the personal letters and public words of a man destined for the White House.
By Abraham Lincoln
The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 4: The Lincoln-Douglas Debates
Witness a pivotal moment in American history as two political rivals battle over the nation's future, grappling with slavery and equality in a series of fiery debates.
By Abraham Lincoln
The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 3: The Lincoln-Douglas Debates
Witness a nation's struggle with itself as one man argues against the expansion of slavery, foreseeing a future where division could mean destruction.
By Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln's First Inaugural Address
As a nation hurtles towards war, a newly elected leader pleads for unity, hoping to soothe fears and preserve a fractured country.
By Abraham Lincoln
State of the Union Addresses
During a time of intense national division, a leader's powerful words sought to bind a fractured nation back together.
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The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 5: 1858-1862
** Experience a nation on the brink of conflict through the personal writings of a leader grappling with slavery, political division, and the fate of a fractured country.
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Quotes and Images from the Writings of Abraham Lincoln
Step back in time to experience the wisdom and leadership of a pivotal figure in American history through his own powerful words on slavery, equality, and the fight for a united nation.
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The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln, Complete
Explore the mind of a president as he navigates a divided nation, using his words to shape a future free from slavery.
By Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln Letters
Read the real letters from a president during a nation-changing war, revealing his deepest thoughts on family, leadership, and a country in crisis.
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Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address
In a nation torn apart by war, a leader seeks to mend the wounds and guide his people toward a future defined by unity and understanding.
By Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln's Lost Speech, May 29, 1856 A Souvenir of the Eleventh Annual Lincoln Dinner of the Republican Club of the City of New York, at the Waldorf, February 12, 1897
Amidst fierce political turmoil, a legendary figure ignites a movement, decrying injustice and uniting a divided nation to fight for liberty.
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Noted Speeches of Abraham Lincoln, Including the Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Enter a time of division as one man's speeches ignite a battle for the soul of a nation, where the fate of unity hangs in the balance.
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Widger's Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Works of Abraham Lincoln
Step back in time and into the mind of a pivotal American president through a curated collection of his insightful and inspiring quotes.
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The Emancipation Proclamation
In a divided nation, a single document promises freedom and military service to enslaved people, forever changing the course of the American Civil War.
By Abraham Lincoln
The Lincoln Year Book: Axioms and Aphorisms from the Great Emancipator
Discover timeless wisdom from a legendary leader in this collection of daily quotes that inspire integrity, perseverance, and the relentless pursuit of justice.
By Abraham Lincoln