Lincoln; An Account of his Personal Life, Especially of its Springs of Action as Revealed and Deepened by the Ordeal of War

"Lincoln; An Account of his Personal Life, Especially of its Springs of Action as Revealed and Deepened by the Ordeal of War" by Nathaniel Wright Stephenson is a historical biography that examines Abraham Lincoln's transformation through the crucible of the Civil War, specifically focusing on the personal events and motivations that guided his actions. The narrative begins by immersing the reader in Lincoln's formative years, highlighting the profound influence of the American wilderness on his developing character, setting the stage in Kentucky, where his early sensitivities to both nature and existence took root. It explores the paradox of Lincoln's gentle spirit nurtured in a harsh environment, foreshadowing the complex leader he would become amidst national turmoil.