Abraham Lincoln: Civil War President (Presidential Biographies)

Meet Abraham Lincoln, our 16th president-and possibly one of the most extraordinary "ordinary" people who ever lived.Lincoln was a self-educated man who rose to the highest office in the land. He held the nation together during the Civil War and pushed for the end of slavery in America. He will always be remembered.This series of engaging, in-depth books introduces readers to the men who have led our country since its very first days. Lively text and colorful illustrations are supplemented by fun facts, a timeline, and even a sampling of the subject's most famous quotes.Presidential Biographies will be the first books kids reach for when writing a report-or if they're simply looking for a fascinating read!