The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln: As Reflected in His Briefer Letters and SpeechesWorld Publishing Company, 1965 - 265 pages This is H. Jack Lang's original selection of Abraham Lincoln's most interesting speeches and letters, from his first public position as postmaster in Illinois to the highest political office in the land. We read his witty testimonials, sharp commentaries, clever social correspondence, astute handling of angry generals and cabinet officers, and above all, his wisdom in motivating political supporters and defusing challengers -- all of which show a sagacity in politics, an eloquence of simple rhetoric, and an invariable gentlemanliness rarely seen in public life today. Lincoln was the first of the "great communicator" presidents. His words are as much alive today as when he uttered them 150 years ago. - Back cover. |
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Page 56
... ment . I direct this to you at Hillsboro , and shall try to have both your letter and this appear in the " Journal " and " Register " of Monday morning . Your obedient servant , A. LINCOLN " And this too shall pass away . " In [ 56 ]
... ment . I direct this to you at Hillsboro , and shall try to have both your letter and this appear in the " Journal " and " Register " of Monday morning . Your obedient servant , A. LINCOLN " And this too shall pass away . " In [ 56 ]
Page 140
... Whatever shall appear to be God's will , I will do . I trust that in the freedom with which I have canvassed your views I have not in any respect injured your feelings . breath alone kills no rebels . ” LINCOLN writes Vice [ 140 ]
... Whatever shall appear to be God's will , I will do . I trust that in the freedom with which I have canvassed your views I have not in any respect injured your feelings . breath alone kills no rebels . ” LINCOLN writes Vice [ 140 ]
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... the part you have taken in this struggle for the life of the nation . You are soldiers of the republic , everywhere honored and respected . Whenever I appear before a body of sol- [ 236 ] Address to the 148th Ohio Regiment.
... the part you have taken in this struggle for the life of the nation . You are soldiers of the republic , everywhere honored and respected . Whenever I appear before a body of sol- [ 236 ] Address to the 148th Ohio Regiment.
Contents
POSTMASTER LAWYER REPRESENTATIVE OF | 1 |
To Judge Stephen T Logan | 25 |
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