In 1876 the abolitionist Frederick Douglass observed, "No man can say anything that is new of Abraham Lincoln." Undeterred, the contributors to Our Lincoln believe it is possible even now, especially if the starting point is the interaction between the life and the times. Several of these original essays focus on Lincoln's leadership as president and commander in chief. James M. McPherson examines Lincoln's deft navigation of the crosscurrents of politics and wartime strategy. Sean Wilentz assesses Lincoln's evolving ...
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In 1876 the abolitionist Frederick Douglass observed, "No man can say anything that is new of Abraham Lincoln." Undeterred, the contributors to Our Lincoln believe it is possible even now, especially if the starting point is the interaction between the life and the times. Several of these original essays focus on Lincoln's leadership as president and commander in chief. James M. McPherson examines Lincoln's deft navigation of the crosscurrents of politics and wartime strategy. Sean Wilentz assesses Lincoln's evolving position in the context of party politics. On slavery and race, Eric Foner writes of Lincoln and the movement to colonize emancipated slaves outside the United States. James Oakes considers Lincoln's views on race and citizenship. There are also brilliant essays on Lincoln's literary style, religious beliefs, and family life. The Lincoln who emerges is a man of his time, yet able to transcend and transform it-a reasonable measure of greatness.
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Lincoln remains unique in his ability to inspire Americans of all backgrounds and walks of life. This collection of eleven new essays edited by the distinguished historian Eric Foner helps explain the continued fascination with Lincoln. Organized under the categories Lincoln as President, Lincoln as Emancipator, Lincoln the man, and Lincoln in historical memory, the essays focus on how Lincoln changed and became wiser during his presidency. Although not ground-breaking, this collection provides the reader with the opportunity to reflect upon the continued significance of our greatest president.
