The Life of Abraham Lincoln

Focusing on his pivotal role in American history, the book details Abraham Lincoln's presidency from 1861 until his assassination in 1865. As a staunch opponent of slavery, Lincoln's leadership during the Civil War was crucial in preserving the Union. He is noted for issuing the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, which set the stage for the abolition of slavery, further solidified by the Thirteenth Amendment in 1865. The narrative highlights his political challenges and significant contributions to civil rights and national unity.