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

$ 3.38

gtin13: 9780823424207 ISBN-10: 0823424200 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. Author: Alan Schroeder Topic: History / United States / Civil War Period (1850-1877), Social Science / Politics & Government, Biography & Autobiography / Presidents & First Families (U.S.), concepts / Alphabet LC Classification Number: E457.905.S38 2015 Item Height: 0.3 in Grade From: First Grade Illustrator: O'brien, John, Yes Language: English Publisher: Holiday House, Incorporated brand: Holiday House, Incorporated Number of Pages: 32 Pages Format: Hardcover Publication Year: 2015 Item Weight: 15.2 Oz Item Length: 10.3 in Book Title: Abe Lincoln : His Wit and Wisdom from A-Z Reviews: "This team goes beyond good; they excel at making history real, enjoyable and memorable." -- Kirkus Reviews , Starred Review "Amusing and educational." -- Publishers Weekly Item Width: 10.3 in ISBN-13: 9780823424207 Intended Audience: Juvenile Audience Grade To: Fourth Grade LCCN: 2013-038989 Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction

Description

  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