first edition Hardcover
1909 · Philadelphia
by Learned, Marion Dexter
Philadelphia: William J. Campbell, 1909. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover. Very good. No. 415 of a limited edition of 500. Green cloth with gilt title to spine. Tall octavo. [xii] 149 pages with numerous plates inserted. From the library of collector Sigurd Stornes Storm with his bookplate featuring Lincoln's portrait. Learned presents a fresh perspective on Lincoln's life, emphasizing how his migration from Kentucky to Illinois shaped his world view and political beliefs. By analyzing his speeches, writings, and personal correspondence, the author paints a nuanced portrait of Lincoln's formative years.
(Inventory #: 834)
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