Presidents, United States, United States -- history, Civil War -- American, federalism, centralization, hagiography 

Sons of Liberty Series 

To see the tall, homely pioneer boy splitting logs, plowing fields, or reading by firelight, you would have never guessed the remarkable future that awaited him. He had no worldly advantages to boast of. He grew up among uneducated, superstitious pioneers in a poor frontier region. He had little formal schooling, no money, and few possessions. But in his heart, Abe Lincoln held the secret of greatness - noble character. His determination to do right, his faith in God, and his compassion for his fellow man fitted him for the monumental challenges of liberating the slaves and guiding our country through the dark days of the Civil War. This fascinating biography gives a personal glimpse of the real Abraham Lincoln, a flesh-and-blood American hero who rose from the humblest of beginnings to become one of the greatest leaders our country has ever known.

Taken from the back cover.