The First Published Life Of Abraham Lincoln (1900)

The First Published Life of Abraham Lincoln is a book written by John Locke Scripps and published in 1900. The book is a biography of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, and is considered to be the first published account of his life. Scripps was a journalist who knew Lincoln personally and had interviewed him several times before his assassination in 1865. The book covers Lincoln's early life, his political career, and his presidency. It includes details about his childhood, his education, his early career as a lawyer, and his rise to political prominence. The book also provides an in-depth analysis of Lincoln's presidency, including his leadership during the Civil War, his Emancipation Proclamation, and his assassination. Scripps' writing style is straightforward and informative, making the book accessible to readers of all levels. The book is well-researched, and Scripps includes many primary sources, such as letters and speeches, to support his claims. The book is an important historical document that offers insights into the life and legacy of one of America's most revered presidents.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.