Abraham Lincoln - Carl Schurz - Bog

Abraham Lincoln: A Biographical Essay is a book written by Carl Schurz that provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and legacy of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. The book covers Lincoln's early life, his political career, his presidency, and his assassination. Schurz delves into Lincoln's personal and professional struggles, his leadership during the Civil War, his efforts to preserve the Union, and his fight against slavery. In addition to the biographical essay, the book also includes an essay on the portraits of Lincoln. Schurz analyzes the various portraits of Lincoln and their significance, including the famous photographs taken by Mathew Brady. He discusses how these portraits helped shape the public's perception of Lincoln and how they have become iconic representations of the president.Overall, Abraham Lincoln: A Biographical Essay is a comprehensive and insightful account of one of the most important figures in American history. It provides readers with a deep understanding of Lincoln's life, his impact on the nation, and his enduring legacy.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.