Lincoln by Friend and Foe (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161394207)

""Lincoln by Friend and Foe"" is a non-fiction book written by Noah Brooks that provides a comprehensive look at the life and presidency of Abraham Lincoln. The book delves into the relationships that Lincoln had with those around him, including his friends and political foes. It explores Lincoln's early life, his rise to political power, and his leadership during the Civil War. The author uses primary sources such as letters, speeches, and interviews to provide a detailed account of Lincoln's life and times. The book also covers the major events of Lincoln's presidency, including the Emancipation Proclamation and the Gettysburg Address. ""Lincoln by Friend and Foe"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and legacy of one of America's most iconic presidents.1922. The paper selected for this volume was written for Harper's Magazine in 1865, while the facts were fresh in the author's mind. It contains a formal life of Lincoln. Noah Brooks met Abraham Lincoln in the Fifties and he had a better right than most men to claim that he knew Lincoln. Brooks was one of the few men about the President who never asked anything for himself, and Lincoln rewarded him by giving the best gift he had to offer - his friendship.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.

Author: Noah Brooks
ISBN-10: 1161394206
ISBN-13: 9781161394207
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/22/2010
Pages: 98
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d