Lincoln's Yarns and Stories: Complete Collection - McClure Hardcover - Hardcover

Complete Collection of Lincoln's Humor and Storytelling

This culturally significant work compiles the funny and witty anecdotes that made Abraham Lincoln famous as America's greatest storyteller. Compiled by Alexander K. McClure, this complete collection preserves Lincoln's legendary humor, including presidential incidents, Civil War stories, letters, and speeches chronologically arranged with a biographical sketch.

Lincoln's Legendary Storytelling Ability

Before Lincoln was known as a lawyer or politician, he was famous as a storyteller. As a politician, he always had a story to fit any situation; as a lawyer, he won many cases by telling juries stories that illustrated justice better than any argument. Lincoln's stories scattered across thousands of recollections are now collected in this single comprehensive volume.

Historical and Cultural Importance

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Perfect for History Enthusiasts and Collectors

This hardcover edition features Lincoln's droll sayings, humorous anecdotes, and witty stories that reveal his character and personal qualities. The collection includes stories from Lincoln's frontier days, his legal career, political campaigns, and presidency, offering insight into how Lincoln used humor to connect with people, teach moral lessons, and navigate the nation's darkest hours during the Civil War.