lincoln, abraham

Analyzes the background of the debates between two senatorial candidates from Illinois in 1858 and the effect they had on United States history.

Photographs, illustrations, and facts provide information on the life of Abraham Lincoln and on the topics covered in "Magic Tree House #25: Abraham Lincoln.".

A look at the life of Abraham Lincoln, including his boyhood, his presidency, and his legacy of freedom.

A brief biography of former first lady Mary Todd Lincoln that profiles her childhood, education, marriage, and events that led her to the White House.

Presents an introduction to President's Day, in simple text with illustrations, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.

Sets the life story of the man who assassinated Abraham Lincoln against the backdrop of the Civil War.

Discusses the history of the Civil War and a contains several of biographies of leaders of the Civil War, including Abraham Lincoln, Jefferson Davis, Ulysses S. Grant, Robert E. Lee, and Frederick Douglass.

An up-close look at the Lincoln Memorial's history.

Fifteen-year-old Willie Kettles awaits good news from Richmond, Virginia, while working during the Civil War as a telegraph operator in the War Department building in Washington. Includes a readers' theater script and performance tips.

Text and illustrations describe significant moments related to the civil rights movement that have taken place at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.