The Soul of Ann Rutledge: Abraham Lincoln's Romance

By Bernie Babcock

In a small Illinois town, a spirited young woman's chance encounter with a tall, unlikely hero sets the stage for a love that will shape history.

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History - American Literature Fiction

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2020-05-05

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Summary

"The Soul of Ann Rutledge: Abraham Lincoln's Romance" by Bernie Babcock is a historical love story set in the 1830s, centered around a young Abraham Lincoln and Ann Rutledge in the town of New Salem, Illinois. The novel starts with Ann, full of life, gathering blossoms with her pal Nance when a flatboat gets stuck in the river. Lincoln steps in, saves the day, immediately making an impression with the folks of the town. Their meeting leads to a deep connection as the narrative explores how their bond shapes the character of a future president.