Long considered a classic; Benjamin P. Thomas's Abraham Lincoln: A Biography takes an incisive look at one of American history's greatest figures. Originally published in 1952 to wide acclaim; this eloquent account rises above previously romanticized depictions of the sixteenth president to reveal the real Lincoln: a complex; shrewd; and dynamic individual whose exceptional life has long intrigued the public.Thomas traces the president from his hardscrabble beginnings and early political career; through his years as an Illinois lawyer and his presidency during the Civil War. Although Lincoln is appropriately placed against the backdrop of the dramatic times in which he lived; the author's true focus is on Lincoln the man and his intricate personality. While Thomas pays tribute to Lincoln's many virtues and accomplishments; he is careful not to dramatize a persona already larger than life in the American imagination. Instead he presents a candid and balanced representation that provides compelling insight into Lincoln's true character and the elements that forged him into an extraordinary leader. Thomas portrays Lincoln as a man whose conviction; resourcefulness; and inner strength enabled him to lead the nation through the most violent crossroads in its history.Thomas's direct; readable narrative is concise while losing none of the crucial details of Lincoln's remarkable life. The volume's clarity of style makes it accessible to beginners; but it is complex and nuanced enough to interest longtime Lincoln scholars. After more than half a century; Abraham Lincoln: A Biography is still an essential source for anyone interested in learning more about the many facets of the sixteenth president; and it remains the definitive single-volume work on the life of an American legend.
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16 of 25 people found the following review helpful. A Path to a Pure Spiritual/Modern WorldBy George ShollenbergerThis book is one of many translations that are currently being made for English language readers on the 15th century writings of Nicholas of Cusa. New translations of Cusanus writings began to appear in the late 1970s by Jasper Hopkins of the University of Minnesota. Free copies of some of Hopkins translations are available on the Internet at [...] Today; translations of these 15th century writings are also being made by the American Cusanus Society. The author of this book is past president of this society.The writings of Nicholas of Cusa are significant because his writings; on God and our world; initiated the modern world in which we live today. To me; his writings are the most important religious writings to be found on .com today. His writing will help people transform the out-dated ancient views of God and our world they have been taught into modern views supported by modern science. Without this transformation; a person becomes conservative with a closed mind and will not understand the natural changes that are taking place among liberal and open-minded people.This book is a necessary addition to any home or public library. It is necessary by any person who is working on the unification of science and theology. And; it is necessary for any person who believes that a pure spiritual/modern world is possible beyond the materialistic-driven spiritual/modern world in which we live today today.0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Skimming Through It; Seems LegitBy MatthewPurchased this to add to my Classics of Western Spirituality collection. When I get around to reading it; probably years from now; I'll probably review it then.0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Svetoslav I.Excellent service. Highly recommend.
