Fiery Trial : Abraham Lincoln and American Slavery

English

ISBN: 039334066X

EAN: 9780393340662

Category: Biography & Autobiography / Presidents & Heads of State/History / United States / General/

Publisher: Norton & Company, Incorporated, W. W.

Release Date: 09/12/2011

Synopsis: Selected as a Notable Book of the Year by the New York Times Book Review, this landmark work gives us a definitive account of Lincolns lifelong engagement with the nations critical issue: American slavery. A master historian, Eric Foner draws Lincoln and the broader history of the period into perfect balance. We see Lincoln, a pragmatic politician grounded in principle, deftly navigating the dynamic politics of antislavery, secession, and civil war. Lincolns greatness emerges from his capacity for moral and political growth.

Awards: New York Times Notable Books of the Year – null  New York Times Notable Books of the Year – null  New York Times Notable Books of the Year – null 

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Fiery Trial : Abraham Lincoln and American Slavery

Illustrated: Yes

Format: Paperback

Height: 1.2 inches

Width: 5.5 inches

Length: 8.3 inches

Weight: 14.18 oz

Pages: 448