Abe Lincoln Wit and Wisdom A-Z Hardcover Book by Alan Schroeder 2015

$ 3.38

Author: Alan Schroeder Grade To: Fourth Grade gtin13: 9780823424207 Format: Hardcover Item Width: 10.3 in Grade From: First Grade Item Length: 10.3 in Book Title: Abe Lincoln : His Wit and Wisdom from A-Z Publication Year: 2015 Topic: History / United States / Civil War Period (1850-1877), Social Science / Politics & Government, Biography & Autobiography / Presidents & First Families (U.S.), concepts / Alphabet brand: Holiday House, Incorporated Reviews: "This team goes beyond good; they excel at making history real, enjoyable and memorable." -- Kirkus Reviews , Starred Review "Amusing and educational." -- Publishers Weekly Publisher: Holiday House, Incorporated LCCN: 2013-038989 Item Height: 0.3 in ISBN-10: 0823424200 ISBN-13: 9780823424207 Synopsis: Abe Lincoln spoke many memorable adages. As the sixteenth president, he needed great wisdom to guide the country through the Civil War, preserve the Union, and end slavery. This nontraditional tribute to the president who brought the homespun demeanor and humor of his humble beginnings to the White House uses the alphabet to organize a wealth of information about his life and accomplishments. Filled with Lincoln's often humorous proverbs and witty cartoons by John O'Brien, this colorful book takes a thought-provoking look at Old Abe. Illustrator: O'brien, John, Yes Intended Audience: Juvenile Audience Language: English LC Classification Number: E457.905.S38 2015 Number of Pages: 32 Pages Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction Item Weight: 15.2 Oz

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  1. This book is a delightful and clever way to explore Lincoln's humor and wisdom! The A-Z format makes it engaging and easy to digest, perfect for history buffs and casual readers alike. The illustrations add charm, and Schroeder's writing keeps it lively. A fun and insightful read!

    Matthew Redenius