Lincoln in the Atlantic World

Download or read book Lincoln in the Atlantic World written by Louise L. Stevenson and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2015-10-20 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This original and wide-ranging work reveals how Abraham Lincoln responded to prompts from around the globe to shape his personal appearance, political appeal, and presidential policies. Throughout his life, he learned lessons about slavery, American politics, and international relations from sources centered in Africa, Britain, and the European continent. Answering questions that previous scholars have not thought to ask, the book opens the vision of Lincoln as a global republican. Thanks to its new stories and compelling analyses, this book provides a provocative and stimulating read that will generate debate at both high and popular levels.