9780259798217 - Abraham Lincoln and Ann Rutledge: An Old Salem Romance (Classic Reprint) di Rennick, Percival Graham (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life of Abraham Lincoln through the lens of his relationship with Ann Rutledge, a young woman he met in New Salem, Illinois. The author delves into the details of their courtship, her untimely death, and the profound impact it had on Lincoln's emotional state. While many biographers have debated the extent of Lincoln's grief and its impact on his later life, the author meticulously presents evidence from a variety of sources, including letters, diaries, and personal accounts, to provide a nuanced understanding of this pivotal moment in the future president's life. Through detailed examination of Lincoln's behavior following Ann's death, the author offers a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the formative power of personal tragedy. This book invites readers to consider the hidden depths of Lincoln's character, unveiling a side of him that goes beyond the iconic image of the great statesman. 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.