The Life of Abraham Lincoln: From His Birth to His Inauguration as President is a comprehensive biography of one of America's most iconic leaders. Written by Ward Hill Lamon, a close friend and associate of Lincoln, this book explores the life and career of the 16th President of the United States from his humble beginnings in Kentucky to his rise to the highest office in the land.Lamon's account is rich in detail, providing readers with a vivid portrait of Lincoln's early life, his education, and his early political career. The book also delves into Lincoln's personal life, including his marriage to Mary Todd and his relationships with his children.As the book progresses, Lamon chronicles Lincoln's rise to national prominence, including his election to the presidency in 1860. He explores the challenges Lincoln faced as he took office during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history, including the secession crisis and the outbreak of the Civil War.Throughout the book, Lamon provides readers with a unique perspective on Lincoln's life and legacy, drawing on his personal relationship with the President to shed light on his character and motivations. The result is a compelling and insightful portrait of one of America's greatest leaders, and a fascinating look at the history of the United States during a pivotal period of its development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.