| Editor |
Tarbell, Ida M. (Ida Minerva), 1857-1944 |
| Title |
McClure's Magazine December, 1895
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Sandra Brown and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"McClure's Magazine December, 1895" by Ida M. Tarbell is a historical account written in the late 19th century, providing insights into the early life of Abraham Lincoln. The piece recounts significant experiences from Lincoln's formative years in Indiana and his transition to Illinois, reflecting on his character development, aspirations, and the influences that shaped him into the man he would become. The opening of this piece highlights Lincoln's upbringing in Southern Indiana, emphasizing his determination to succeed despite a challenging pioneer environment. It describes his formative years, marked by his mother's influence, his early jobs, and notable events such as his first vote and the journey to Illinois. Personal anecdotes from neighbors and friends serve to illustrate Lincoln's intelligence, wit, and integrity, setting the stage for his later accomplishments. The opening portion serves as a deep dive into the roots of a man who would grow into one of America's most revered leaders. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
Literature -- Periodicals
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| Subject |
American literature -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11548 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 25, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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