Author: Brian R. Dirck
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Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 352
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As "Savior of the Union" and the "Great Emancipator," Abraham Lincoln has been lauded for his courage, wisdom, and moral fiber. Yet Frederick Douglass's assertion that Lincoln was the "white man's president" has been used by some detractors as proof of his fundamentally racist character. Viewed objectively, Lincoln was a white man's president by virtue of his own whiteness and that of the culture that produced him. Until now, however, historians have rarely explored just what this means for our understanding of the man and his actions. Writing at the vanguard of "whiteness studies," Brian Dirck considers Lincoln as a typical American white man of his time who bore the multiple assumptions, prejudices, and limitations of his own racial identity. He shows us a Lincoln less willing or able to transcend those limitations than his more heroic persona might suggest but also contends that Lincoln's understanding and approach to racial bigotry was more enlightened than those of most of his white contemporaries. Blazing a new trail in Lincoln studies, Dirck reveals that Lincoln was well aware of and sympathetic to white fears, especially that of descending into "white trash," a notion that gnawed at a man eager to distance himself from his own coarse origins. But he also shows that after Lincoln crossed the Rubicon of black emancipation, he continued to grow beyond such cultural constraints, as seen in his seven recorded encounters with nonwhites. Dirck probes more deeply into what "white" meant in Lincoln's time and what it meant to Lincoln himself, and from this perspective he proposes a new understanding of how Lincoln viewed whiteness as a distinct racial category that influenced his policies. As Dirck ably demonstrates, Lincoln rose far enough above the confines of his culture to accomplish deeds still worthy of our admiration, and he calls for a more critically informed admiration of Lincoln that allows us to celebrate his considerable accomplishments while simultaneously recognizing his limitations. When Douglass observed that Lincoln was the white man's president, he may not have intended it as a serious analytical category. But, as Dirck shows, perhaps we should do so—the better to understand not just the Lincoln presidency, but the man himself.
Author: Augustin Stucker
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1456794191
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 548
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Author: James L. Swanson
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062036084
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 212
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New York Times bestselling author James L. Swanson brings to life the fast-paced, suspense-filled story of Abraham Lincoln's and Jefferson Davis's final journeys through our wounded nation following the Civil War. This middle grade nonfiction book is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 7 to 8, especially during homeschooling. It’s a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged while not in the classroom. This suspense-filled true-crime thriller—the young readers’ adaptation of Swanson’s BloodyCrimes—explores two epic events of the Civil War era: the manhunt to apprehend Confederate president Jefferson Davis in the wake of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination and the momentous 20-day funeral pageant that brought President Lincoln’s body from Washington, DC to his home in Springfield. Full of fascinating twists and turns, and lavishly illustrated with dozens of rare historical images, Bloody Times captures the riveting stories of these two fallen leaders who changed the course of history. It’s perfect for young readers who enjoy dramatic nonfiction tales from the likes of Steve Sheinkin and Patricia McCormick. This book contains a note from the author, a glossary, a list of important Civil War figures, and a guide to visiting the historic sites mentioned within. A companion to the bestselling and highly acclaimed Chasing Lincoln's Killer.
Author: Troy Cowan
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Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Even a century after the death of Lincoln, Davis, and Booth, people still believe hundred-year-old lies. This book follows Lincoln, Davis, and Booth from birth to death. For the first time, this book gives suppressed information about their lives and makes known their secrets. These well-known Americans were despised by some and admired by others. This book aims to inform the reader why friends told lies to develop a positive image, and their enemies told lies to generate hate.
Author: Jefferson Davis
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ISBN: 9781774261330
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 248
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On February 18th, 1861 Jefferson Davis was inaugurated as President of the Confederate States of America. It was the first and only time in the young American nations history that there were two democratically elected Presidents of American States. The Confederate attempt at secession from the Union would not be a peaceful revolution. Beyond the gunfire and smoke of the battlefields, a war of printed words and public speeches was well underway. The battlefield of public opinion and foreign recognition was just as important for winning the overall war as were the actions of soldiers. This book is a collection of the most important public speeches given by President Abraham Lincoln and President Jefferson Davis, as both individuals attempted to steer their nations through the bloodiest civil wars in western history. The collection includes their inauguration speeches, state of the union addresses, as well as the Emancipation Proclamation and Gettysburg Address. It offers a rare insight into the minds of two competing Presidents as one attempts to start a new nation, and the other tries to bind the old union back together.
Author: John McCan Davis
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Languages : en
Pages : 86
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Author: Willard Leroy King
Publisher: Cambridge, Mass. : Harvard University Press
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Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 428
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Scholarly portrayal of his impact on Lincoln and detailed review of historical events of the period.
Author: Gerry Van der Heuvel
Publisher: Dutton Adult
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 344
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Examines the lives and achievements of the two first ladies of the Civil War.
Author: Troy C. Cowan
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781514783733
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 314
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Politicians that want to become president must keep the skeletons in their closet well hidden. Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis had secrets they needed to keep from the public in order to achieve their political ambitions. John Wilkes Booth became involved with both men and as a result, he developed secrets that needed keeping. This book uncovers the secrets of these three men.
Author: James L. Swanson
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0061989851
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 486
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In Bloody Crimes, James L. Swanson—the Edgar® Award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of Manhunt—brings to life two epic events of the Civil War era: the thrilling chase to apprehend Confederate president Jefferson Davis in the wake of the Lincoln assassination and the momentous 20 -day funeral that took Abraham Lincoln’s body home to Springfield. A true tale full of fascinating twists and turns, and lavishly illustrated with dozens of rare historical images—some never before seen—Bloody Crimes is a fascinating companion to Swanson’s Manhunt and a riveting true-crime thriller that will electrify civil war buffs, general readers, and everyone in between.
