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Description
This book is a biography of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. It covers his life from his humble beginnings in Kentucky to his leadership during the Civil War. The book describes how Lincoln worked to hold the country together during the bloodiest war in American history. It also discusses his efforts to end slavery and his legacy as one of America's most revered presidents.
Quick Summary
From a log cabin in Kentucky to the White House, Abraham Lincoln's jaw-dropping rise from poverty to power proves anyone can change history. Kids will love diving into the story of a self-taught reader who used sharp wit and fierce determination to outsmart rivals, free an enslaved people, and hold a warring nation together. Perfect for fans of the "Who Was?" series, this biography moves at the speed of an adventure novel as Lincoln faces impossible odds and fights to keep America whole. Ideal for fourth through sixth graders who devour stories about real heroes who refused to give up.