1809-1865

Presents a narrative history that brings together the ideals of both Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass; and discusses the central issues of slavery, race, and equality in Civil War America.

Provides an account of the attempted theft of President Abraham Lincoln's corpse in 1876 by a gang of Chicago counterfeiters who planned to hold the body for ransom, shares the secret of where Lincoln and his young son were buried after the robbery attempt, and discusses the return of the remains to their present location.

Describes the events surrounding Abraham Lincoln's historic speech following the Battle of Gettysburg in July 1863, how he responded to the politics of the time, and the importance of that speech.

A biography of America's sixteenth president that follows Lincoln's life and political career, his White House years, his personal struggles during the Civil War, and his efforts to end slavery.

Examines the controversial relationship between President Abraham Lincoln and Chief Justice Roger B. Taney, addressing such issues as their disagreements over slavery, secession, and Taney's decision in the Dred Scott case.

A comprehensive history of the decades surrounding the presidency of Abraham Lincoln from the 1840s to 1900 that encompasses Lincoln's legacy of freedom for all.

The author reveals how Abraham Lincoln managed to successfully bring the nation through the turbulent Civil War years in spite of his own personal tragedies and the chronic depression that plagued him throughout his administration.

Introduces children to the life of Abraham Lincoln, discussing his childhood in Illinois, schooling, views on slavery and the Civil War, years as President of the United States, and assassination.

Describes how Abe Lincoln used books to change his life, and how he, in turn, changed the world.

Recounts the adventures of nineteen-year-old Abe Lincoln and his friend Allen Gentry on a flatboat journey down the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers.