"We cannot escape history" : Lincoln and the last best hope of Earth
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"We cannot escape history" : Lincoln and the last best hope of Earth
University of Illinois Press, c1995
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ISBN 9780252021909
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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.
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: pbk ISBN 9780252069819
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A classic collection examining Lincoln's commitment to preserving a union, free of slavery
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.
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