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Carpenter, F. B. (Francis Bicknell)
1830
1900
Carpenter, Francis Bicknell
Carpenter, Frank B. (Frank Bicknell)
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The inner life of Abraham Lincoln : $b Six months at the White House
$aNew York :$bHurd and Houghton, $c1867, pubdate 1868.
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"The Inner Life of Abraham Lincoln: Six Months at the White House" by F. B. Carpenter is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work reflects the author's personal experiences and observations during his time with Lincoln, offering insights into the character and emotional state of one of America's most revered presidents. The narrative explores the complexities of Lincoln's leadership amidst the Civil War and aims to capture the essence of his humanity beyond the political figure. At the start of the volume, Carpenter provides a preface that outlines the purpose of his work, emphasizing its authenticity as a collection of genuine experiences with Lincoln rather than an idealized biography. The opening chapters describe the context in which Carpenter, hoping to create a significant painting of Lincoln and his cabinet, interacts with the President and witnesses his struggles and triumphs. Through detailed accounts depicting Lincoln's dedication to abolishing slavery and leading the nation during a tumultuous time, Carpenter frames Lincoln as a man burdened by his responsibilities yet imbued with a profound sense of empathy. The narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Lincoln's life and the personal challenges he faced while in office. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/innerlifeofabrah00carp/page/n5/mode/2up
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Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Anecdotes
Presidents -- United States -- Anecdotes
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