Abraham Lincoln And Andrew Johnson

Abraham Lincoln And Andrew Johnson: The Lives Of The Presidents is a historical book written by William Osborn Stoddard and published in 1888. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of two American presidents, Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson, who served during the tumultuous period of the Civil War and Reconstruction era.The book begins with a brief introduction to the early life and career of Abraham Lincoln, including his childhood, education, and rise to political prominence. The author then delves into Lincoln's presidency, discussing his leadership during the Civil War, his efforts to preserve the Union, and his role in ending slavery in America.The second part of the book focuses on Andrew Johnson, who became president after Lincoln's assassination. Stoddard describes Johnson's early life, his rise to political power, and his presidency, which was marked by controversy and conflict with Congress over Reconstruction policies.Throughout the book, Stoddard provides a vivid portrayal of the political and social climate of the time, offering insight into the challenges faced by Lincoln and Johnson as they navigated the complex issues of slavery, secession, and Reconstruction.Overall, Abraham Lincoln And Andrew Johnson: The Lives Of The Presidents is a comprehensive and engaging historical account that sheds light on two of America's most important leaders during a critical period in the nation's history.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.