Description

Abraham Lincoln V2: A History (1886) is a comprehensive biography of the 16th President of the United States, written by his private secretary, John George Nicolay. This second volume covers the period from Lincoln's election in 1860 to his assassination in 1865. The book provides a detailed account of Lincoln's presidency, including his efforts to preserve the Union during the Civil War, his Emancipation Proclamation, and his leadership during the Reconstruction era. Nicolay also delves into Lincoln's personal life, including his relationships with his wife and children, as well as his struggles with depression. The book is well-researched and provides insight into one of the most important figures in American 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.