Lincoln And Ann Rutledge: And The Pioneers Of New Salem (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169017573)

Lincoln And Ann Rutledge: And The Pioneers Of New Salem is a historical non-fiction book written by William H. Herndon. The book explores the life of Abraham Lincoln and his relationship with Ann Rutledge, a young woman from New Salem, Illinois, who was rumored to be his first love. The book also delves into the history of New Salem, a small pioneer village where Lincoln lived and worked as a store clerk and postmaster. Herndon provides a detailed account of the daily life and struggles of the early settlers in the area, as well as the political and social climate of the time.Throughout the book, Herndon draws on his personal experiences and interactions with Lincoln to provide a unique perspective on the man who would later become one of America's most revered presidents. He also includes excerpts from Lincoln's letters and speeches, as well as accounts from other historical figures who knew him.Overall, Lincoln And Ann Rutledge: And The Pioneers Of New Salem is a fascinating exploration of the early life of Abraham Lincoln and the people and places that shaped him into the leader he would become.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William H. Herndon
ISBN-10: 1169017576
ISBN-13: 9781169017573
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 94
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d