| We Cannot Escape History: Lincoln and the Last Best Hope of Earth Contributor(s): McPherson, James M. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0252069811 ISBN-13: 9780252069819 Publisher: University of Illinois Press OUR PRICE: $27.72 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2001 Annotation: A who's who of Lincoln scholars explores why Lincoln considered the Union the "last best hope of earth" and how his words and deeds have continued to shape the nation through modern times. Focusing on Lincoln's view of American history and his legacy for the United States and the world, this volume demonstrates the complexity of the problems Lincoln faced and the genius of his leadership in preserving the nation while purging it of slavery. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Military - General - History | United States - Civil War Period (1850-1877) |
| Dewey: 973.709 |
| Physical Information: 0.56" H x 5.73" W x 8.76" (0.58 lbs) 184 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A who's who of Lincoln scholars explores why Lincoln considered the Union the "last best hope of earth" and how his words and deeds have continued to shape the nation through modern times. Focusing on Lincoln's view of American history and his legacy for the United States and the world, this volume demonstrates the complexity of the problems Lincoln faced and the genius of his leadership in preserving the nation while purging it of slavery. |