Don't Know Much About Abraham Lincoln

The remarkable story of a poor, self-educated boy from Kentucky who became president of a country soon torn by war, In this outstanding biography, author Davis weaves a smooth, flowing narrative into his trademark question-and-answe format, pepering the text with informational sidebars and compelling quotes. Maps, reproductions from the period, and striking-black-and-white illustrations by Rob Shepperson help capture Lincoln's character and the fervor of the Civil War era.