A simple biography of the man who was president of the United States during the Civil War.

Presidential Biographies series.

Abe Lincoln is growing up on the American frontier in Indiana. It s cold, there isn t usually enough to eat, there s nothing at all to read, and the one job that awaits him is farmer, like his overbearing father. But a chance to travel down the Mississippi river offers Abe the opportunity to see and meet people he has never dreamed of. Abe s eyes are opened and he can t go back to being the boy he was before. With the help of his friends, Abe will strike out to find his own path. Obstacles wait around every river bend, and the shadow of death is never far, but nothing will stop him from becoming the man he knows he can be. You might think you know the end of his story, but you have no idea what it took to get there. Researched and written by award-winning educator, Jan Jacobi, Young Lincoln brings history to life through a familiar hero who will jump off the page. For ages 12-16.

Few famous humans came into the world under such humble circumstances as Abraham Lincoln on February 12, 1809. But it may very well be that the humble and unassuming life he lived actually served to shape him into the solid, moral, honest, decent, hard-working adult that he became. What were those circumstances, the formula so to speak, that molded this future president? This biography looks at the childhood and young adulthood of Abraham Lincoln.

Each picture book in this series is a biography of an American hero, told in a simple, conversational, vivacious way, and always focusing on a character trait that made the person heroic. (Cover may vary) The heros are depicted as children throughout, telling their life stories in first-person present tense, which keeps the books playful and accessible to young children. This book spotlights Abraham Lincoln who always spoke his mind and was unafraid to speak for others.This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are: • A timeline of key events in the hero’s history • Photos that bring the story more fully to life • Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable • Childhood moments that influenced the hero • Facts that make great conversation-starters • A virtue this person embodies: Abraham Lincoln's compassion made him a great leader. You’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!

Lincoln From New and Unusual Sources "This book for young people is crammed with anecdotes and stories that illustrate Lincoln's life and character. From the difficult beginnings to the terrible end, that wonderful life held wide extremes of triumph and suffering. No biography could appeal with more force to a young American, and hardly can the story be retold too many times. This is an inexpensive edition and it is interesting reading." -The Unitarian Register The story of Abraham Lincoln's life is one of the most inspiring in American annals. Mr. Whipple has made a life study of Lincoln, and his graphic and vigorous book is crowded with anecdotes, adventures, and incidents - every one of which is true. The book should be read by every young person who makes the mistake of believing that success depends upon good chances. No boy who became famous had fewer chances than young Lincoln. He came into the world intellectually naked; was his own teacher; believed that all men are equal before God and before the law, and on this issue reached the Presidency of the United States; saw out the most gigantic civil war that the world has ever witnessed, and lived his life "with charity toward all and with malice toward none." A faith like Lincoln's would transform the world if our hearts could but catch its glow. The influence of Lincoln's life will surely go on until the end of time. Think of what a simple, true-hearted, wholesome man may become to his country and its people. CONTENTS Introduction I. Abraham Lincoln's Forefathers II. Abraham Lincoln's Father and Mother III. The Boy Lincoln's Best Teacher IV. Learning to Work V. Losing His Mother VI. School Days Now and Then. VII. Abe and the Neighbors VIII. Moving to Illinois IX. Starting Out for Himself X. Clerking and Working XI. Politics, War, Storekeeping, and Studying Law XII. Buying and Keeping a Store XIII. The Young Legislator in Love. XIV. Moving to Springfield XV. Lincoln & Herndon XVI. His Kindness of Heart XVII. What Made the Difference Between Abraham Lincoln and His Stepbrother XVIII. How Emancipation Came to Pass XIX. The Glory of Gettysburg XX. "No End of a Boy" XXI. Lieutenant Tad Lincoln, Patriot