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The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln: A Book of Quotations (Thrift Edition)

The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln: A Book of Quotations (Thrift Edition)
By Abraham Lincoln

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From the most eloquent of American presidents, nearly 400 astute observations on subjects ranging from women to warfare: "Bad promises are better broken than kept"; "Marriage is neither heaven nor hell; it is simply purgatory"; "Whenever I hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried on him personally."

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #12888 in Books
  • Published on: 2005-08-08
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 96 pages

Editorial Reviews

From the Inside Flap
"Tact is the ability to describe others as they see themselves." Rather than the dour soul he sometimes appeared to be, Abraham Lincoln enjoyed a fine, often barbed sense of humor as this lively collection of his salty stories, anecdotes, quotes and speech excerpts proves. Also included in this treasury are his famous addresses, a Lincoln time-line, and sections on Lincoln Lore, Gettysburg Gems and Assassination Secrets.

Customer Reviews

'Pocket Lincoln'4
As a US History teacher, this small and inexpensive book brings personality and life to one of our most beloved Presidents. An excellent value and one that is more likely to be read and enjoyed than larger, more in depth works. Middle School kids get a kick out of the quotes.

Very Entertaining4
Reading this book gives insight as to the person Lincoln was. His wit and humor, his suffering and astute personality. You will get to know this great person simply by reading his own thoughts put forth in his own words.

Nice Work & Collection of Quotes4
The book is divided nicely into categories and is a good book that doesn't need long periods of time for reading. You will enjoy many of the stories and quotations from Mr. Lincoln. A nice compilation.