About “The Age of Lincoln”

The book explores how Abraham Lincoln's Southern origins influenced his leadership during the Civil War and shaped his vision of freedom as a personal right safeguarded by the rule of law. It examines the ongoing struggle to uphold that vision amid challenges posed by racism and unregulated capitalism in the decades after the war.

Book details

Published
2007
Latest edition
2007 · ISBN 9780809023851
ISBN
9780809023851

Frequently asked questions

How many pages is The Age of Lincoln?

The Age of Lincoln by Orville Vernon Burton has 432 pages.