mary lee gabbert (3 risultati)

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Hardcover with dust jacket. SCARCE ORIGINAL 1938 PRINTING. Ex-Library with usual markings: catalogue sticker on front cover, bookplate inside front cover, markings on endpapers. Dust jacket is covered in protective mylar, shows light edge wear, small tears. Blue cloth covers show light edge wear, rubbing to corners. Pages are clean and unmarked. Slightly tanned. Binding is tight, hinges strong. AN EXCELLENT READING OR REFERENCE COPY!; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day!

Hardcover. Condizione: Good+. No Jacket. Mary Lee Gabbert (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the pivotal "missing chapter" of Abraham Lincoln's life ââ â his formative years spent in Spencer County, Indiana, from 1816 to 1830. It challenges the stereotypical portrayal of backwoods Indiana and reveals a community rich in intellectual curiosity, political engagement, and cultural pursuits. Through meticulous research and firsthand accounts from descendants of Lincoln's neighbours, the author reconstructs the social, economic, and intellectual landscape of Lincoln's youth. The book sheds light on the individuals who shaped his worldview, including lawyers, judges, storekeepers, and fellow pioneers, highlighting the profound impact of this often-overlooked period on Lincoln's character and future trajectory. This book offers a fresh perspective on Lincoln's development, emphasizing the role of his Indiana environment in nurturing his ambition, fostering his understanding of human nature, and igniting his passion for justice and equality. By dispelling myths and misconceptions, the book unveils the cultural richness of Lincoln's formative years and demonstrates how they laid the foundation for his extraordinary leadership and enduring legacy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.