Abraham Lincoln never wrote a book: his ideas are contained in speeches; letters; and various occasional writings. By bringing these works together into a single anthology; this book shows that Lincoln deserves to be counted among the great political philosophers. In addition to many examples of Lincoln’s writings; this volume includes four interpretive essays that will provide an intellectual feast for any reader exploring his complex legacy. Danilo Petranovich looks at Lincoln’s conception of the Union and its radically new focus on purging the nation of the problem of slavery. Ralph Lerner reconsiders Lincoln’s relation to the American framers and in particular his effort to put the Declaration of Independence on a new foundation. Benjamin Kleinerman examines Lincoln’s always controversial views on the scope of executive power during war. And Steven Smith considers the place of religion in Lincoln’s political thought through a close reading of his Second Inaugural Address.
#4169 in Books Yale University Press 2008-10-07Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.42 x .95 x 5.58l; .79 #File Name: 030014332X304 pagesYale University Press
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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful. ClassicBy MommyTeaching4This is exactly what it says it is...a LITTLE history of the world....the size of the book alone should be an indicator of that. As a historian; a history teacher and a homeschool mom; I love this book when paired with more in depth material.I have read many negative reviews ( go to the 1 stars for this especially) and have found almost to a T that they are all commenting on the fact that religion is brought into the telling. Religion is a part of history. It was everywhere until very recently and until this day and age; it has always been the color of stories and history books. The way that history is written and interpreted; the objectives that are brought into history - and they ALWAYS are - is called zeitgeist; or the spirit of the age.In a nutshell; this is a lovely book meant for children. It is meant to appeal to their sense of wonder.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Great Easy ReadBy George LeeThe illustrations are beautifully made. The length of each chapter and its tone of communicating the information make it easy for a casual readers to swallow. However; for those who are interested in my detailed analyses of historical events and figures; this book will be too brief and board to provide in-depth information.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A most excellent bookBy RowanThis is exactly what I had expected and hoped. A most excellent book. I was pleased to see it offered at such a good price. I would like to have it on my shelves in hard cover; for now I'm glad to have access to it on my Kindle. Easy to read and understand. An excellent addition to any library.
