This book delves into the lives and homes of the people who lived in the immediate neighborhood of Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois, during the pivotal years leading up to the Civil War. The author provides a detailed historical account of each property, tracing its ownership and occupants through the nineteenth century, with fascinating insights into the everyday lives of Lincoln's neighbors. You'll uncover stories of local merchants, artisans, and politicians who lived alongside the future President, shedding light on the social fabric of the community that shaped his political career. Through detailed descriptions of the houses and their transformations over time, the author brings to life the physical environment that Lincoln would have encountered, adding a rich dimension to our understanding of his life in Springfield. This book offers a compelling look into the people and places that contributed to the development of Lincoln's character and the rise of his political influence.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the lives and homes of the people who lived in the immediate neighborhood of Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois, during the pivotal years leading up to the Civil War. The author provides a detailed historical account of each property, tracing its ownership and occupants through the nineteenth century, with fascinating insights into the everyday lives of Lincoln's neighbors. You'll uncover stories of local merchants, artisans, and politicians who lived alongside the future President, shedding light on the social fabric of the community that shaped his political career. Through detailed descriptions of the houses and their transformations over time, the author brings to life the physical environment that Lincoln would have encountered, adding a rich dimension to our understanding of his life in Springfield. This book offers a compelling look into the people and places that contributed to the development of Lincoln's character and the rise of his political influence. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780428552657_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780428552657
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