The Lincoln Story Book by Henry Llewellyn Williams
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About this eBook
| Compiler | Williams, Henry Llewellyn, 1842- |
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| Title |
The Lincoln Story Book A Judicious Collection of the Best Stories and Anecdotes of the Great President, Many Appearing Here for the First Time in Book Form |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Sandra Bannatyne, Tiffany Vergon, Charles Aldarondo, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "The Lincoln Story Book" by Henry Llewellyn Williams is a collection of anecdotes and stories about Abraham Lincoln, compiled in the late 19th century. The book aims to capture the essence of Lincoln's character, particularly his sense of humor and storytelling ability, which endeared him to ordinary people and shaped his public image. The compiler presents Lincoln not only as a great orator and statesman but also as a relatable figure whose everyday experiences and humorous tales resonate with common Americans. The opening of the collection serves as an engaging introduction to the figure of Lincoln, painting a vivid portrait of his early years and the qualities that shaped him. It highlights his natural charisma and talent for storytelling, which he honed in various environments, from gatherings in the local store to political stumping. The text shares anecdotes about his wit and humor, including memories from his childhood and early adulthood, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his life through the stories that follow. Overall, the beginning establishes a warm, reverent tone towards Lincoln, setting up the charming tales that illustrate his complex personality and the fondness with which he is remembered. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7347 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 1, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 253 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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