""He Knew Lincoln"" is a biography written by Ida M. Tarbell that explores the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln through the eyes of one of his closest friends and confidants, William Herndon. Herndon was a law partner and friend of Lincoln's for over 20 years, and after Lincoln's assassination, he set out to write a biography of the president that would capture his true character and beliefs. Tarbell uses Herndon's research and writings to paint a vivid portrait of Lincoln as a man, a politician, and a leader, and to ...
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""He Knew Lincoln"" is a biography written by Ida M. Tarbell that explores the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln through the eyes of one of his closest friends and confidants, William Herndon. Herndon was a law partner and friend of Lincoln's for over 20 years, and after Lincoln's assassination, he set out to write a biography of the president that would capture his true character and beliefs. Tarbell uses Herndon's research and writings to paint a vivid portrait of Lincoln as a man, a politician, and a leader, and to provide insights into his personal and professional relationships. The book covers Lincoln's early life, his rise to the presidency, his struggles during the Civil War, and his tragic death. It also includes a detailed account of Herndon's own life and his relationship with Lincoln, providing a unique perspective on one of America's most beloved presidents. Overall, ""He Knew Lincoln"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in American history and the life of Abraham Lincoln.1907. Tarbell is best noted as being one of the original muckrakers because of her book, The History of the Standard Oil Company, which played a role in helping to shut down the Standard Oil monopoly. She is also recognized for her book, Life of Abraham Lincoln. He Knew Lincoln is a historical fictionalized account of Lincoln in Springfield as recalled for the reader by one Billy Brown. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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