In 'The Life and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln' by John Torrey Morse, the reader is presented with a meticulously researched and detailed account of the 16th president of the United States. Morse's book delves deep into Lincoln's early life, his political career, and his legacy as a leader during one of the most tumultuous times in American history. Written in a highly academic and informative style, this work provides a comprehensive look at Lincoln's personal and professional life, making it a valuable resource for scholars and history enthusiasts alike. Morse's analysis of Lincoln's speeches and writings adds a layer of insight into the man behind the historical figure, shedding light on his beliefs and motivations. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of Lincoln's character and the lasting impact of his presidency.
Autorentext
John Torrey Morse (1840-1937) was an American historian and biographer. He was born in Boston in 1840, and lived in that city as a lawyer. Morse was the editor of the American Statesmen Series, and published biographies of Alexander Hamilton in two volumes, considered his most significant work. He also wrote biographies on John and J. Q. Adams, Jefferson, Lincoln, Franklin, and Dr. Holmes.
Zusammenfassung
This J. T. Morse's edition of the biography of Abraham Lincoln is a 2-volume detailed account of the life, work, leadership and legacy of one of the most significant American presidents. Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) was an American statesman and lawyer who served as the 16th president of the United States from 1861 to 1865. Lincoln led the nation through its greatest moral, constitutional, and political crisis in the American Civil War. He succeeded in preserving the Union, abolishing slavery, bolstering the federal government, and modernizing the U.S. economy.Content:The Raw MaterialThe Start in LifeLove; a Duel; Law, and CongressNorth and SouthThe Lincoln Douglas Joint DebateElectionInterregnumThe Beginning of WarA Real President, and Not a Real BattleThe First Act of the Mcclellan DramaMilitary Matters Outside of VirginiaForeign AffairsEmancipation and PoliticsThe Second Act of the Mcclellan DramaThe Third and Closing Act of the Mcclellan DramaThe Autumn Elections of 1862, and the Proclamation of EmancipationBattles and Sieges: December, 1862 December, 1863SundriesThe Turn of the TideReconstructionRenominationMilitary Successes, and the Reelection of the PresidentThe End Comes Into Sight: the Second InaugurationThe Fall of Richmond, and the Assassination of President Lincoln