Abraham Lincoln
Friend of the People
by Clara Ingram Judson
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Pub Date Oct 15 2016 | Archive Date Nov 15 2017
Quarto Publishing Group – Voyageur Press | Young Voyageur
Description
The life of Abraham Lincoln, America's greatest president, in a new, illustrated edition of the Newbery Honor classic.
Clara Ingram Judson's Newbery Honor Book is a richly drawn biography of Abraham Lincoln from his backwoods boyhood, to his days as a shopkeeper and lawyer, his entry into politics, and finally through his extraordinary presidency and tragic assassination.
Judson presents Lincoln as he was--the plain-spoken and practical man, often ridiculed as a country bumpkin, who won the Civil War, ended slavery, and saved the Union. Judson's narrative is enlivened by her visits to his home and vivid descriptions of the Lincoln family's pioneer life.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780760352250 |
| PRICE | $12.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 225 |
Featured Reviews
Wayne M, Reviewer
'Abraham Lincoln: Friend of the People' by Clara Ingram Judson is a reissue of the Newbery Honor book from 1950. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I think a young audience wanting to learn about one of our greatest presidents would also.
From his humble beginnings, amidst hardship, Abraham Lincoln rose to the presidency. Before he got there, there was a lot of hard work doing whatever he could find to do for money. He earned a reputation as likeable, with his easy going demeanor and storytelling. He became a lawyer and ran a law office, and made his way into politics. His humility and eloquence were put on full display during one of the countries darkest times.
I love how Abe and his family speak in the early years. It helps illustrate how far he went to find education for himself. This is a well told story, and it's hard to believe it was written almost 70 years ago! The additionals pictures and material add to the narrative rather than detracting. I'm glad to see a book of this quality getting a reprint as a digital book.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Quarto Publishing Group and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
J. Aislynn d, Reviewer
In Abraham Lincoln: Friend of the People, Judson introduces younger readers to one of history's most influential US Presidents. With easy to read, accessible language and a panoply of historic photographs and lithographs, the story of Lincoln comes alive. From a humble background rife with trials to test and temper, this unassuming, gentle-natured man worked hard, and became a lawyer. From there, Lincoln entered the political arena, rising to the highest station in the land, and carrying the burden of leading the country during our single most devastating period. Unfortunately, his life was cut too short that fateful night at Ford’s Theatre. I quite enjoyed the subtle shifting of language as you go along, suggesting an increase in education. For a book first written over half a century ago, it is surprising fresh and vibrant.
If you have any children with a love of history, this is the perfect gift!
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