1861-1865

Examines the life and presidency of Abraham Lincoln, and discusses world events during his time in office that influenced his decisions.

"How did the Thirteenth Amendment come about? Learn about Abraham Lincoln, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the abolitionist movement in this book complete with timeline, primary sources, photographs, and excerpts from the time period"--Provided by the publisher.

Chronicles President Abraham Lincoln's relationships with the newspapers and journalists during the American Civil War, discussing his manipulation of the press for his own causes, closing down newspapers that were "disloyal" and more.

Explains how the American Civil War and fight for democracy was viewed internationally.

When President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, it freed the first slaves but the Civil War continued on.

Presents a collection of speeches, addresses, and letters written by Abraham Lincoln including his message to a special session of Congress in July 1861, his First Inaugural Address in 1862, the Gettysburg Address, and blends history and biography of the sixteenth president.

Presents an analysis of Abraham Lincoln's personality and reputation drawn from primary documents, speeches, editorials and newspaper accounts, private letters, and statements from abolitionists and slaveholders, soldiers, and others who knew him.