Lincoln by Emil Ludwig is a biography of the life of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. The book explores Lincoln's childhood, his early career as a lawyer and politician in Illinois, his rise to national prominence, and his presidency during one of the most tumultuous times in American history - the Civil War. Ludwig delves into Lincoln's personal life, including his marriage to Mary Todd and his struggles with depression, as well as his political philosophy and leadership style. The book also covers Lincoln's famous speeches and his role in ending slavery in the United States. Ludwig's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a detailed and insightful look at one of America's most iconic leaders.This is a new release of the original 1929 edition.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.