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The inner life of Abraham Lincoln

By F. B. Carpenter
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The author presents six months of close personal association with Abraham Lincoln, assembling fragmentary but factual daily observations, anecdotes, and corroborated contributions to sketch his private thoughts, habits, moods, and moral temperament during the wartime presidency. The narrative blends reminiscence, descriptive episodes, and reflections on emancipation, leadership, and character, emphasizing humility, integrity, and intellectual growth while avoiding hagiography, and aiming to illuminate the private motives and inner struggles behind public decisions.

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F. B. Carpenter

F. B. Carpenter was an American artist and author, best known for his insightful work, "The Inner Life of Abraham Lincoln." In this book, Carpenter draws on his personal experiences and observations of Lincoln, providing a unique perspective on the thoughts and emotions of the 16th President of the United States. Carpenter's artistic background informs his writing, allowing him to vividly portray Lincoln's character and the challenges he faced during a tumultuous period in American history. His contributions to literature offer readers a deeper understanding of Lincoln's inner struggles and moral convictions.

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